To help manage your symptoms, you can take paracetamol to reduce your fever and relieve throat pain. For cold symptoms, a saline nasal spray can clear congestion, and warm salt water gargles will soothe your sore throat. Make sure to drink plenty of fluids and get adequate rest. Most colds and throat infections are viral and will resolve on their own. Please avoid taking antibiotics without a doctor's prescription, as they do not cure viral infections. If your fever persists for more than three days, or if you develop difficulty breathing or swallowing, please consult a healthcare professional for a proper evaluation.

Sneezing with watery nasal discharge often occurs due to allergic rhinitis, in which the nasal lining becomes sensitive to dust, pollen, smoke, weather changes, animal allergens, perfumes, or pollution. Some people also experience itching in the nose, throat irritation, watery eyes, or repeated sneezing attacks, especially in the morning or after exposure to triggers. Treatment usually focuses on reducing the allergic response and avoiding substances that worsen symptoms. Doctors commonly use antihistamine medicines or anti-allergic nasal sprays to help control sneezing and a runny nose. Steam inhalation, saline nasal rinses, and keeping rooms clean and dust-free may also reduce irritation. Wearing a mask in dusty environments and washing bedsheets regularly may help people who have frequent allergies. If symptoms persist for a long time, disturb sleep, cause sinus pressure or are associated with wheezing or breathing difficulty, further allergy evaluation may be useful. Long-standing uncontrolled allergies might at times result in chronic sinus irritation or persistent nasal blockage.

Pus discharge from the nose may suggest a bacterial sinus infection, which usually needs a course of antibiotics prescribed by a doctor after proper evaluation. You can use over-the-counter saline nasal sprays and steam inhalation to help clear mucus and relieve discomfort in the meantime. It is important not to self-medicate with antibiotics and to consult a doctor to identify the underlying cause and receive appropriate treatment.

A bad smell from the nose can sometimes be due to a sinus infection, where mucus and infection cause an unpleasant odour. It can also occur with nasal blockage, dryness, or, rarely, a foreign body or dental issue. Try steam inhalation, keep yourself well hydrated, and maintain nasal hygiene to help relieve symptoms. If the smell persists, worsens, or is associated with pain, discharge, or fever, it is better to get it checked for proper evaluation.

Frequent itching in the nostrils is often due to allergies, dryness, or irritants like dust, while frequent bowel movements with solid stools can be related to diet, stress, or increased gut sensitivity. You can manage nasal itching by keeping your nose clean and moist with saline drops, avoiding dust/allergens, and staying well hydrated; if needed, an antihistamine may help after medical advice. For bowel symptoms, maintain a balanced diet with adequate fibre, drink plenty of water, and avoid foods that trigger frequent motions (like very spicy, oily, or caffeinated items). Try to keep a regular eating and bathroom routine and manage stress. If symptoms persist, worsen, or are associated with weight loss, blood in stools, or severe discomfort, consult a doctor for proper evaluation and treatment.

Yes, acute sinusitis can cause pain, pressure, and discomfort in the nose and around the face, along with congestion, runny nose, and sometimes fever. Rest, staying hydrated, steam inhalation, and over-the-counter pain relievers can help, but if symptoms are severe or last more than a week, see a doctor for proper treatment.