page_title: Nose-blowing
hierarchical_section_title: Nose-blowing
caption_attribution_description: English: Influenza
context_page_description: Nose-blowing is the act of expelling nasal mucus by exhaling forcefully through the nose. This is usually done into a facial tissue or handkerchief, facial tissues being more hygienic as they are disposed of after each use while handkerchiefs are softer, environmentally-friendly and more stylish.
  Nose-blowing may be used to alleviate nasal congestion or rhinorrhea resulting from colds or seasonal allergies.
context_section_description: Nose-blowing is the act of expelling nasal mucus by exhaling forcefully through the nose. This is usually done into a facial tissue or handkerchief, facial tissues being more hygienic as they are disposed of after each use while handkerchiefs are softer, environmentally-friendly and more stylish.
  Nose-blowing may be used to alleviate nasal congestion or rhinorrhea (runny nose) resulting from colds or seasonal allergies.
caption: A woman blowing her nose in a handkerchief.
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