Nasal allergy is caused due to exposure to allergens such as wind-borne pollen, mold, dust mites, and pests. The common symptoms are runny nose, watery discharge, stuffy nose, sneezing, red and watery eyes. It is managed by taking nasal steroid sprays and antihistamines.
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My son was diagnosed with enlarged adenoids. Is surgical removal necessary?
Query: Hello doctor, My son is diagnosed with adenoid. I would like to have a second opinion on the status of his adenoids. I am sharing the x-ray with you. I appreciate any help you can provide. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have gone through the X-rays (attachment removed to protect the patient's identity); the first x-ray is the X-ray nasopharynx lateral view taken to grade the adenoids, and the grade would be II to III. Meaning that it is causing about 50 to 75 % obstruction in the ba... Read Full »
I have nasal blockage on one side of my nose which gets better with exercise. What should I do?
Query: Hello doctor, I have been experiencing blockage on one side of my nose for one year. However, when I do work out, the blockage clears. Now the symptoms are worsening, and I could not sleep properly. Kindly help me with this. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Based on the clinical information you have shared, you most likely have hypertrophic inferior turbinates. There might also be a slight deviation of the nasal septum. The fact that the nasal obstruction clears with exercise is reassuring because usually with changes in ... Read Full »