Nasal congestion can be caused by anything that irritates or inflames the nasal tissues. Infections — such as colds, flu or sinusitis — and allergies are frequent causes of nasal congestion and runny nose. Sometimes a congested and runny nose can be caused by irritants such as tobacco smoke and car exhaust.

How do I stop being nasally?

Lower your voice placement in your pharyngeal and oral cavities to avoid nasal resonance. Lowering your jaw appropriately for the sounds and speaking with good range of motion with your speech articulators will help you place your voice more in the oral cavity, farther from your nasal cavity.

Why am I nasally all the time?

Causes of Nasal Congestion

Nasal congestion can be caused by many different things – but basically anything that inflames or irritates the nasal tissues. For example, a cold, the flu, sinusitis, and allergies are all common culprits. In less common cases, nasal congestion can be caused by a tumor or polyps.