Nasal Blockage Flashcards
1
Q
What is nasal blockage?
A
Nasal blockage encompasses nasal obstruction and nasal congestion.
2
Q
Give examples of causes of nasal blockage
A
Common causes of nasal blockage include:
- Viral infection (influenza, rhinovirus)
- Allergic rhinitis
- Rhinosinusitis
- Nasal polyps
- Septal haematoma
- Tumours
3
Q
What are the red flag symptoms of nasal blockage?
A
- Consistently unilateral blockage
- It must be assumed to be neoplastic until proven otherwise
- Associated pain
- Long history
- Past history of nose or sinus disease
