What Causes Painful Sores In The Nostril?

Posted on Sun, 25 Sep 2016

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Question : i have had a sore in my nostril for about 10-12 days it appears to be way back and coming down to floor of nostril, bloody and also the right nostril has had a bit of blood in my mucus.

Answered by Dr. Prasanna Heijebu (13 hours later)

Brief Answer:
Nasal endoscopy and CT scan is required.

Detailed Answer:
Hello Madam

I can certainly understand your concern.

As per your symptoms, the possibility of nasal polyps and/or deviated septum is high.

There issues can occasionally cause bloody nasal discharge.

It's advisable to get a CT scan of the paranasal sinuses to decide further course of action.

Likewise a nasal endoscopy is also required to document bleeding lesions if any.

Further management if any is largely based on test results.

Meanwhile, I prescribe oral pills tab Levocetrizine one pill a day and AUGMENTIN antibiotic for 3 days.

Please check with your physician if he shares my view and if can prescribe these pills to you.

Post your further questions if any.
Thank you.

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