Drink plenty of fluids
Use saline nasal spray or saline rinses
Use a humidifier or vaporizer
Try steam inhalation
Sleep with your head elevated
Avoid smoke, strong odors, and other irritants
Treat allergies with an antihistamine if appropriate
Use a nasal steroid spray if recommended by a doctor
Use a decongestant if appropriate and safe for you
Gargle with warm salt water
Suck on lozenges or hard candy
Avoid dairy if it seems to worsen symptoms
Manage acid reflux if it is contributing
See a doctor if symptoms last more than 10 days, are severe, or include fever, facial pain, or trouble breathing