Question 1

I'm really worried about my son's recent diagnosis of inferior turbinate hypertrophy. Can you tell me if his nasal turbinates might get bigger as he grows older? Also, what potential complications should I watch out for in the future because of this?

Accepted Answer

Inferior turbinate hypertrophy can indeed increase with age due to various factors such as allergies, infections, or chronic irritation. As the turbinate enlarges, it can lead to symptoms like nasal congestion, difficulty breathing, and recurrent sinus infections. In severe cases, it can even cause obstructive sleep apnea. To manage the symptoms and potential complications, your son can use nasal corticosteroid sprays like Flonase

Question 2

I'm noticing that my nose isn't straight; it's tilted to the left side. I'm really curious if there's a way to straighten it out. Could you tell me what procedures might be available for this? And do those procedures leave scars or have any complicat...

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Question 3

Can you help me figure out the right amount of Betadine to use for gargling? I already tried with a glass of water and mixed in 15ml, but it seemed too diluted. So, I added another 10-15ml to the warm water. Is that too much, or am I doing it right?

Accepted Answer

One cup of betadine (with the cup given with it) in half glass of water

Question 4

I recently got bitten by an insect they call the Nairobi fly, and now there's this blister on my skin that's turned into scabby scales. Does the whole blistering thing and scabbiness mean it's healing, or should I be worried about it? Also, after see...

Accepted Answer

Nairobi flies don't bite, but their body releases a toxin when in contact with the skin.
Secondary infection by scratching is to be avoided.
See a skin specialist if needed.

Question 5

I'm feeling a weird sensation like something's stuck or moving around my throat, from the back of my mouth to my Adam's apple. It's been bothering me for a few days. There's no pain, just this feeling like something's going up and down my throat. It ...

Accepted Answer

There is no such thing to happen that could be normal postnasal drip or so,as it is not bothering you you can neglect it if u feel irritaion or anything visit your ENT doctor for evaluation and appropriate management.

Question 6

I'm having an issue with my uvula. It seems unusually long and stretched out, and feels almost like there's something stuck in my throat when there isn't. Sometimes it makes me gag randomly. Is this something I should be worried about?

Accepted Answer

Elongation of uvula usually occurs secondary to chronic irritation which can be caused by reflux laryngopharyngitis which is type of acidity related disorder or recurrent injuries caused by irritants such as smoking and alcohol. Treatment of the primary problem is necessary

I'm really worried about my son's recent diagnosis of inferior turbinate hypertrophy. Can you tell me if his nasal turbinates might get bigger as he grows older? Also, what potential complications should I watch out for in the future because of this?

I'm really worried about my son's recent diagnosis of inferior turbinate hypertrophy. Can you tell me if his nasal turbinates might get bigger as he grows older? Also, what potential complications should I watch out for in the future because of this?

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