Nose
Nasal blockage
Blocked nose is common, but persistent one-sided blockage, bleeding, or smell change should be assessed carefully.
Nasal blockage is evaluated by whether it is one-sided or both sided, constant or seasonal, and associated with sneezing, discharge, smell loss, bleeding, snoring, or facial pressure.
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Common symptoms
Blocked nose
Mouth breathing
Snoring
Reduced smell
One sided obstruction
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How ENT evaluation may be done
Anterior nasal examination
Nasal endoscopy
Allergy and rhinitis review
Septum and turbinate assessment
CT sinus when chronic sinus disease is suspected
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Treatment options
Saline irrigation
Allergy medicines and nasal steroid sprays
Septoplasty for selected septal deviation
Turbinate reduction in selected cases
Endoscopic sinus surgery for selected chronic sinus disease
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Home care and preparation
Avoid overuse of decongestant drops
Use nasal sprays correctly
Reduce dust and smoke exposure
Track seasonal triggers
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Questions to ask during consultation
Is my blockage from allergy or anatomy?
Do I need nasal endoscopy?
Can medicine help?
When is surgery useful?
Warning signs
When to seek urgent care
One sided blockage with bleeding, facial swelling, eye symptoms, weight loss, or severe pain needs prompt evaluation.
This page is for general educational purposes only. It does not replace consultation with a qualified medical professional.