Sign-in to Ask A Doctor - 24x7
OR
Sign in with GoogleGet your health question answered instantly from our pool of 18000+ doctors from over 80 specialties
Suggest Remedy For Piece Of Flesh In Right Nostril Causing Breathing Difficulty
Hello doc i have a ball shape piece of flesh within my right nostril and it has been there for many years. There was also one in the left nostril which was bigger in size and was removed couple years ago. However Ive been having trouble breathing through my nose recently and I wanted to seek advice on what to do next?
Mon, 13 Jul 2015
Hello and welcome to HCM,
The ball of flesh in your right nostril could be due to deviated nasal septum or overgrown nasal turbinate.
Deviated nasal septum or overgrown turbinate can cause obstruction while breathing.
A clinical assessment is required and surgery may be required to correct the nasal obstruction.
Surgical removal of the mass will relieve the nasal obstruction.
Thus, I suggest you to consult an ENT specialist for clinical assessment and appropriate management.
Thanks and take care
Dr Shailja Puri
The ball of flesh in your right nostril could be due to deviated nasal septum or overgrown nasal turbinate.
Deviated nasal septum or overgrown turbinate can cause obstruction while breathing.
A clinical assessment is required and surgery may be required to correct the nasal obstruction.
Surgical removal of the mass will relieve the nasal obstruction.
Thus, I suggest you to consult an ENT specialist for clinical assessment and appropriate management.
Thanks and take care
Dr Shailja Puri
I find this answer helpful
Disclaimer: These answers are for your information only and not intended to replace your relationship with your treating physician.
This is a short, free answer.
For a more detailed, immediate answer, try our premium service
[Sample answer]
Related questions you may be interested in
Loading Online Doctors....