Rest and get plenty of sleep
Drink plenty of fluids
Use saline nasal spray or saline rinses
Inhale steam or use a humidifier
Apply warm compresses to the face
Take over-the-counter pain relievers as directed
Use a decongestant as directed
Avoid smoking and secondhand smoke
Consider allergy treatment if allergies are a trigger
See a doctor if symptoms last more than 10 days
See a doctor if symptoms get worse after improving
See a doctor if you have high fever, severe facial pain, swelling, or vision changes
Take prescribed antibiotics only if a bacterial infection is diagnosed