How Can Painful Bumps In The Nostrils Be Treated?

Posted on Sat, 7 Apr 2018

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Question : I have a painful and swollen nose with painful bumps on the inside. What's wrong with me?

Answered by Dr. Dr.Dorina Gurabardhi (3 hours later)

Brief Answer:
Probably a bacterial infection, follow the advice below

Detailed Answer:

Hello,

Your symptoms seem to be related to an infection.

This infection can be caused by bacteria that infiltrate through the nose.

If you were my patient I would recommend to:
- use prescribed antibiotics. You can discuss with your doctor about this treatment
- use prescribed antibiotic ointments
- take ibuprofen for the pain
- apply warm compresses
- avoid pinching and blowing the nose

If you don't get better at drainage is needed.

Hope my answer was helpful.

Regards,
Dr. Dorina Gurabardhi, General & Family Physician

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Remy Koshy