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Post-viral nasal inflammation, red. smel
Hello Doctor, I had a viral nasal infection starting around 16 Feb which improved by about 21 Feb. Since then, I have been experiencing: Dryness and burning sensation inside my nostrils, especially around the septum Redness and slight swelling in the same area Reduced sense of smell, particularly at night and in the morning I can see some bumps on my turbinates inside the nose Nose feels stuffy and hard, even though my nostrils are clear I was using Nasonex nasal spray for about 10–11 days but stopped because it seemed to increase the burning. I have also stopped saline sprays recently. I have started taking vitamin B complex and zinc supplements since 1 week. There is no major nasal blockage, and I can breathe normally. My questions are: Is this likely post-viral nasal mucosa inflammation? How long does nasal mucosa usually take to heal and start producing normal moisture again? Is it okay to avoid sprays and let it heal naturally? I am so worried
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Avoid excessive use of drops etc , use humdification . Plenty of water,vitamin c ,
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If can be post viral nasal nasal muscoal damage or any alteration to the mucosa. You dont need to use any nasal sprays right now . Better to get a consult so that one can do a nasal endoscopy . The mucosa might have become very dry … Also wanted to ask a few more questions regarding the symptoms. Taking a consult would be better
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Apply some emollient like liquid paraffin or glycerine drops in the anterior part of nostril.
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1. That could be possible 2. It generally takes 4 to 6 weeks also varies depending on how you are taking your medication 3. Better to use the spray as the healing will speed up
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Nasal endoscopy is adviced, proper consultation required.
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Consult online through Practo
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