Nasal Polyps
Health Encyclopedia: Nasal Polyps
Nasal polyps are small, sac-like growths consisting of inflamed nasal
Causes, incidence, and risk factors
Nasal polyps start near the ethmoid sinuses (located at the top of the inside of the nose) and grow into the open areas. Large polyps may block the airway.
Children with nasal polyps sound congested and often breathe through their mouths because of chronic
Polyps are seen with
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Health Guide
Nasal polyps
...as if person is congested) Having any of the following conditions indicate a susceptibility to nasal polyps: Asthma Hay fever Sinus infections Cystic fibrosis ... Read more »Nasal polyps
Prevention Although there is no real method of prevention, therapy aimed at the underlying cause can help. The use of nasal sprays, antihistamines, and allergy shots may help prevent the... Read more »Nasal polyps
...allows easier breathing through the nose. Complications Infection Bleeding Nasal polyps may recur. Calling your health care provider Call for an appointment with... Read more »Nasal mucosal biopsy
... Necrotizing granuloma (granular tumor) Wegener's disease Nasal polyps Nasal tumors Sarcoid Infections (tuberculosis, fungal) ... Read more »Sinusitis
...corticosteroid sprays may be used to decrease swelling, especially if you have swollen structures (such as nasal polyps) or allergies. These include fluticasone (Flonase), mometasone (Nasonex),... Read more »Images
Medications
...sneezing). It is also used to treat growths in the nose (nasal polyps). Mometasone works by... Read more »
...used to prevent the return of growths in the nose (nasal polyps) after removal by surgery.... Read more »
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