Nasal obstruction

Nasal Obstruction

A Nasal Obstruction is a blockage of the nose or nasal cavity, often resulting in difficulty breathing through the nose. It can be temporary or chronic, and can be caused by a variety of factors, including allergies, sinusitis, nasal polyps, and deviated septum.

Causes

Nasal obstruction can be caused by a variety of factors. These include:

• Allergies: Allergies can cause the nasal passages to swell, leading to obstruction.
• Sinusitis: This is an inflammation of the sinuses, which can cause swelling and blockage in the nasal passages.
• Nasal Polyps: These are soft, painless, noncancerous growths on the lining of your nasal passages or sinuses that may cause blockage.
• Deviated Septum: This is a condition where the thin wall (nasal septum) between your nostrils is displaced to one side, which can block the nasal passage.

Symptoms

The main symptom of a nasal obstruction is difficulty breathing through the nose. Other symptoms can include:

• Nasal congestion
• Sinus pain
• Snoring
• Sleep apnea

Treatment

Treatment for nasal obstruction depends on the underlying cause. This can include:

• Medication: For allergies or sinusitis, medication can help to reduce swelling and clear the nasal passages.
• Surgery: For nasal polyps or a deviated septum, surgery may be necessary to remove the obstruction.

See Also

• Nose
• Sinusitis
• Nasal Polyps
• Deviated Septum