How do other illnesses affect catarrh?

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Other illnesses, such as HIV infection, weaken the immune system, making a person more susceptible to infections that cause catarrh. Some illnesses might also prevent people from using various medications--people with diabetes may not be able to take some decongestants, and people with asthma may be warned off nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs like ibuprofen. Other illnesses that affect the sinus region will only worsen the discomfort of catarrh.

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Nose Disorders

Your nose plays a very important part in maintaining your health. As you breathe it filters out the bad stuff in the air like dust and germs. It also moistens the air as you breathe so that your lungs stay hydrated and healthy. You can be miserable if your nose is injured or irritated, whatever the cause. Nose disorders can range from a simple nosebleed or a runny nose that can be treated at home to more serious disorders such as nasal polyps (growths) or a deviated septum (a twist in the wall that separates the two sides of your nose) that may require surgery. Whatever the cause of your nose problem, it's important to know that you can usually be helped by seeing an ear, nose and throat (ENT) doctor.

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