Wash your hands
Blow your nose gently
Use saline nasal spray
Rinse with a saline nasal wash or neti pot using sterile, distilled, or previously boiled water
Wipe the outside of your nose with a clean tissue or soft cloth
Use a humidifier to keep air moist
Stay hydrated
Avoid picking your nose
Seek medical care if you have pain, bleeding, swelling, or persistent congestion
