Good morning sir/mam. I'm neha my age is 24 and i'm suffering from anxiety ,depression and nose blockage. After putting drops of otrivin I kind a feel relief but still I feel like i'm not breathing I don't feel anything in my nose I don't know why I feel like that it kind of give me anxiety and depression I yawn too many times because of that feeling please give me response and a solution of this problem why this is happening can it be cured with medicine or I have a psychological problem. Thank you.

Dr. Rashmi NavelkarPsychiatrist11yrs exp

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Any physical discomfort or symptom if present for long time can be a source of stress. It ought to make you feel anxious and depressed. It's understandable. It can happen to anyone in your place. But please be calm. Firstly you have to find the root cause of the problem. Have you shown to an ent specialist for your nose block? Secondly sometimes it might be allergic, seasonal or perennial. Thirdly you must avoid triggers that cause nose block e.g. Air conditioner, eating refrigerated food and drinks, etc. Find out your triggers. You must understand that it's only a symptom. You are not suffering from any major physical illness so don't worry. Besides this if there's any other stress in your like that can also trigger depression. Please consult for detailed evaluation and treatment if required.  

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Dr. Karuna ChawlaHomeopathy Doctor26yrs exp

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It can be because of sinusitis or DNS or adenoids or allergic rhinitis etc. I need details of case. In the meanwhile do this 1. Do saline gargles daily. 2. Whenever possible do steam inhalation also. 3. Cover your nose and mouth with hanky for at least 30 sec when you go in dusty areas also when you go in and out of AC. As our nose is the most sensitive part of our body, When there is temperature difference between two rooms or inside n outside, then if we not protect our nose, it gets affected. 4. Drink Hot Liquids --Hot liquids relieve nasal congestion, prevent dehydration, and soothe the uncomfortably inflamed membranes that line your nose and throat. 5. Sleep With an Extra Pillow Under Your Head-- Elevating your head will help relieve congested nasal passages. If the angle is too awkward, try placing the pillows between the mattress and the box springs to create a more gradual slope. 6. Treat That Stuffy Nose With Warm Salt Water-- Salt-water rinsing helps break nasal congestion, while also removing virus particles and bacteria from your nose. 7. Blow Your Nose Often (and the Right Way)-- It's important to blow your nose regularly when you have a cold rather than sniffling mucus back into your head. But when you blow hard, pressure can carry germ-carrying phlegm back into your ear passages, causing earache. The best way to blow your nose: Press a finger over one nostril while you blow gently to clear the other. Homeopathic treatment has very encouraging results. Consult online for details 

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Dr. Prof Jagadeesan M SPsychiatrist18yrs exp

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You should first consult and ent surgeon to make sure that there is no deformity in the nose or sinusitis. Then you have to consult a psychiatrist for your problem of anxiety and depression and take medication for the same or cognitive behavioral therapy. Good luck.  

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Dr. Soumen KarmakarPsychiatrist9yrs exp

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First, please consult an ent specialist. They will be able to find out if there are any actual blockade in your nasal passage. If they can't find anything wrong (air flow is normal), you might want to get evaluated by a psychiatrist for symptoms of anxiety (eg panic). From your writing it seems like psychological, but first visit an ent specialist just to be sure.  

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