Question 1

I'm noticing a bit of redness inside my left nostril. There's no pain, just some irritation, and I've been rubbing it a bit. I recently spent a day in a house that's under construction, and now it's feeling itchy. Could this be something serious that needs me to see an ENT, or is there a simple solution I can try at home?

Accepted Answer

For itchiness and irritation, you can use saline nasal spray and if you have dust allergy, use face mask in exposure to dust or pollution.

Question 2

I'm getting really worried because for the last 20 days I've been feeling super uncomfortable near my esophagus when I swallow saliva or food. I'm taking 4 doses of pansec, monocef, and metrogyl, but there's been no improvement. The doctor said it's tonsillitis after just a physical exam. Could there be something else going on? Looking forward to your insight.

Accepted Answer

A blocked nostril can be quite uncomfortable!

Given your symptoms, possible causes include:

1. _Deviated septum_: A crooked partition between the nostrils.
2. _Nasal polyps_: Growths in the nasal lining.
3. _Chronic sinusitis_: Inflammation of the sinuses.
4. _Allergies_: Seasonal or environmental allergies.
5. _Foreign object_: Something lodged in the nostril.

To alleviate your symptoms, try:

1. _Nasal saline irrigation_: Rinse your nasal passages with a saline solution.
2. _Humidifiers_: Add moisture to the air to ease congestion.
3. _Steam inhalation_: Breathe in warm, moist air to loosen mucus.

Consult an _ENT (Ear, Nose, and Throat) specialist_ for a thorough examination and diagnosis. They may recommend:

1. _Nasal endoscopy_: A flexible tube with a camera to visualize the nasal passages.
2. _Imaging tests_: CT or MRI scans to rule out underlying conditions.
3. _Medications_: Decongestants, antihistamines, or steroids to alleviate symptoms.

Seek medical attention to breathe easy again!

Question 3

I'm dealing with some heaviness in my head and neck and my ear's in pain too, plus Ive got these breathing issues. A couple of weeks ago, I was in an Ola cab and felt chilly, then got rashes. The coconut oil and camphor helped the rashes, but now I've got ear pain and a sense of heaviness in the back of my head. My GP gave me anti-allergic meds that didnt quite help, so I saw an Orthopaedic doctor who checked my vitamin D and B12 levels and prescribed more meds, including anti-allergic ones like Telekast. After a few days, I wasnt feeling much better, so I went to an ENT doctor who did some thyroid and CBC tests along with three different ear tests. Everything looked okay except for a blocked tube between my ear and nose. Now I've got 15 days of meds and exercises to do. I remember having similar issues a few months ago after applying hair dye, but they eventually went away. Im just not experiencing much relief this time. What else can I do?

Accepted Answer

Visit Physician for evaluation and appropriate management

Patient is advised tobacco cessation.

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