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Swollen on one side of nostril

2026-07-17 20:02:33
I could seea pink growth inside my right nose. Contacted my doctor she told its not nasal polyps. Could be turbinate inflammation. Tried fluticasone for 4-6 weeks didnt shrink. Dont know what to do? I dont want surgery
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Pls refer to ur Ent specialist again and possible endoscopy to be done if possible
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If it doesn’t disappear go for imaging
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Don’t delay if there’s any significant growth .

Answered2026-07-20 04:26:37

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The pink swelling may represent an enlarged turbinate or another benign nasal lesion, but this requires examination with nasal endoscopy by an ENT specialist. As the swelling has not reduced after 4–6 weeks of fluticasone, a re-evaluation is recommended

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The photo is not at all clear to diagnose . Visit the ENT doctor again is symptoms persist

Answered2026-07-18 11:05:21

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It looks like inferior turbinate hypertrophy. Get done physical examination to confirm

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Further evaluation needed. Regarding nasal obstruction and bleed.
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