#nose problems

trash collection tomorrow so I dig through closets and cabinets to throw away things I no longer use or need.

takes much less time than I thought it would so I decide to deep clean my car from all the dog hair, dirt, and dust that accumulated over the winter.

not wanting to leave a job half done, I spend time in the garden collecting weeds and plant trimmings.

Ugh.

I was in a dead sleep and then suddenly was sitting up wondering what the fuck was happening when I felt it.

It goes without saying that good nose health is crucial for good overall health. Apart from filtering the air you breathe, your nose helps you with the sense of smell as well. Any problem with the nose and your overall health can go in for a toss.

If you notice any unusual changes in your nose, such as a feeling of stuffiness and difficulty in breathing, make sure to consult with a doctor. The ENT doctors at the multispecialty hospital provide treatment for a number of nose-related complications. 

Here are some of the common nose problems:

Deviated septum

Deviated septum is a common nose problem in which the nasal septum is crooked or off-centred. The nasal septum is the section which divides the nasal cavity. The dislocation of the nasal septum leads to breathing difficulty.

Some people are born with a deviated septum while others develop it through an injury/trauma. Some of the common symptoms of a deviated septum include:

● Bleeding from the nose ● Loud snoring during sleep ● Postnasal drip ● Headache ● Facial pain

ENT doctors prescribe certain medicines to relieve symptoms of minor cases of a deviated septum. For severe cases, ENT doctors choose a surgery known as Septoplasty as the treatment option.

Sinusitis 

Sinusitis occurs when the tissue lining the sinuses get inflamed. Sinusitis can be a complication of a number of nose complications such as common cold, deviated septum, nasal polyps, and allergic rhinitis. 

Some of the common symptoms of sinusitis include:

● Loss of smell ● A feeling of stuffiness in the nose ● Facial pain ● Congestion ● Cough ● Runny nose ● Dental pain ● Fatigue ● Bad breath ● Fever

While it isn’t possible to entirely prevent sinusitis, there are several steps you can take in order to lower your risks. First off, if you have an allergy, stay away from the triggers. Second, make sure to wash your hands before touching your face.

Nasal polyps

Nasal polyps are non-cancerous growths that develop on the lining of the sinus. They are generally small in size and occur due to inflammation caused by allergies. Apart from causing breathing problems, nasal polyps increase the risk of recurrent infections.

Some of the common symptoms of nasal polyps include:

● Runny nose ● Frequent nosebleeds ● Snoring ● A feeling of pressure over the forehead ● Pain in the upper teeth ● Loss of sense of taste ● Persistent stuffiness in the nose