Nasal Problems Flashcards
1
Q
What is the management of nose bleeds?
A
Conservative - pinch for 10-15 minutes
If does not stop - cautery (if bleeding site visualised) or packing (if bleeding site not visualised)
Surgery if above measures fail
2
Q
What are nasal polyps associated with?
A
Asthma
Aspirin sensitivity
3
Q
What is the management of acute sinusitis?
A
Less than 10 days - analgesia and nasal saline
More than 10 days - nasal steroids for 14 days
4
Q
What are the red flags for nasal polyps?
A
Unilateral
Bleeding
5
Q
What is the first line management of allergic rhinitis?
A
First line = intranasal corticosteroids + antihistamines (intranasal or non-sedating oral)
6
Q
What is the management of allergic conjuctivitis?
A
Non-pharm first = application of cold compresses
Pharm = topical anti-histamines
