To stop a runny nose in minutes, some quick and effective methods include:
- Blowing the nose thoroughly to clear out mucus temporarily.
- Using hot steam inhalation or placing your face above steam to loosen mucus.
- Drinking a hot beverage like tea to soothe nasal passages.
- Applying gentle pressure on specific points on the face (such as under the cheekbone) to open nasal passages, a technique shown to help relieve congestion quickly.
- Using saline nasal sprays or rinsing with a neti pot to clear nasal passages.
These methods can provide fast relief by clearing or thinning mucus, opening nasal passages, and soothing inflamed nasal tissues.
