Nasal Polyps Flashcards
1
Q
What are nasal polyps associated with?
A
asthma (particularly late-onset asthma)
aspirin sensitivity
infective sinusitis
cystic fibrosis
Kartagener’s syndrome
Churg-Strauss syndrome
2
Q
What syndromes are nasal polyps associated with?
A
cystic fibrosis
Kartagener’s syndrome
Churg-Strauss syndrome
3
Q
What are the presenting symptoms of nasal polyps?
A
- nasal obstruction
- rhinorrhoea, sneezing
- poor sense of smell and taste
4
Q
What are the red flag associated with nasal polyps?
A
Unilateral or bleeding
5
Q
What is the initial management of nasal polyps?
A
Referred to ENT for a full examination
6
Q
What is the medical management of nasal polyps?
A
Topical corticosteroids
7
Q
What is the function of topical corticosteroids in the management of nasal polyps?
A
Shrink the polyps
8
Q
What is samter’s triad?
A
Asthma
Aspirin sensitivity
Nasal polyposis
