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

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2
Q

What are nasal polyps associated with?

A

Asthma
Aspirin sensitivity

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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

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4
Q

What are the red flags for nasal polyps?

A

Unilateral
Bleeding

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5
Q

What is the first line management of allergic rhinitis?

A

First line = intranasal corticosteroids + antihistamines (intranasal or non-sedating oral)

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6
Q

What is the management of allergic conjuctivitis?

A

Non-pharm first = application of cold compresses

Pharm = topical anti-histamines

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