Use saline nasal rinses or sprays
Drink plenty of fluids
Rest as much as possible
Use a warm compress on your face
Inhale steam from a shower or bowl of hot water
Take over-the-counter pain relievers as directed
Use a decongestant as directed
Use a humidifier
Avoid smoke and other irritants
Sleep with your head elevated
See a doctor if symptoms last more than 10 days
See a doctor if symptoms are severe or keep coming back
Take prescribed antibiotics only if a doctor recommends them