| What causes nasal blockage? |
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Bent Septum |
Twists and deviations in the partition wall of the nose [nasal septum]
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Inferior Turbinate & Septum |
Enlargement and swelling of the lining of the nose [nasal turbinates]
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Nasal Polyp before Polypectomy |
Nasal polyps
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CT scan of Sinuses |
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| Treatment of nasal blockage |
If the obstruction is clearly structural, then surgery may be recommended as the first-choice method of treatment. |
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| Surgical Options |
If surgery is recommended, it may involve one or more of the following procedures.
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| Medical Treatment Options |
Nasal turbinate swelling, nasal polyps and sinusitis often respond well to a combination of medical treatment in the form of antihistamines and nose sprays [containing steroids]. If these have not been tried prior to your consultation your surgeon may suggest a trial of medical treatment before embarking on surgery. |
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