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Fluticasone Propionate Nasal Polyp
Nasal polyps are sac-like growths of inflamed tissue lining the nose (nasal
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Causes, incidence, and risk factors
Nasal polyps typically start near the ethmoid sinuses (located at the top of the inside of the nose) and grow into the open areas. Large polyps can block the sinuses or nasal airway.
People with the following conditions are more likely to also have nasal polyps:
- Aspirin sensitivity (wheezing)
Asthma - Chronic sinus infections
Cystic fibrosis - Hay...
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