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Dry nose at night

2021-03-25 17:48:06
I am not able to breathe properly in the night when I go to bed but if I elevate my head a bit I feel good & then breating becomes normal . While in normal lying position , my nostrils feels dry & causes burning sensation . Is it some serious condition ?
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Not able to breathe at night can be due to multiple problems.. For example deviated nasal septum, adenoid hypertrophy, obstructive sleep apnoea etc.
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Detailed history taking into account of the vital statistics, BMI, occupation, allergy history etc need to taken before concluding on one factor. Also clinical examination in an ENT OPD is necessary for further treatment.

Answered2021-03-26 03:33:19

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