A stuffy nose is usually caused by a virus and typically resolves spontaneously within a week. Nasal congestion has many causes and can range from a mild annoyance to a life-threatening condition. Nasal congestion in an infant in the first few months of life can interfere with nursing and cause life-threatening breathing difficulty . Nasal congestion in older children and adolescents is often just an annoyance but can cause other difficulties.
Nasal congestion can interfere with the ears, hearing, and speech development.
The problem resolves completely with removal of the adenoids and tonsils. The information provided herein should not be used for diagnosis or treatment of any medical condition. It is provided for your general information and is not a substitute for medical care or supervised medical treatment. A licensed physician should be consulted for diagnosis and treatment of any and all medical conditions. There is no warranty that the information is free from errors and omissions or that it meets any particular standard.