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I have been affected with covid 19 last year.From past 6 months i'm suffering with nasal blockage due to turbinates were swollen as confirmed by ENT doctor. I have tried all the medications suggested by doctor, But no use.Currently managing with saline drops to avoid my nose blockage. Please suggest me is surgey only the last option for my swollen

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If turbinate is enlarged from last 6 months then go for turbinate surgery . It's not necessary every patient of turbinate surgery develop ENS ...  Read More

My turbinates have expanded and I have slight discomfort to breathe from about a month, I'm taking medications, but just worried if it gets intense, what should I do? Kindly guide me.

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Kindly consider online consultation for detailed history and treatment. You can take Tab.Montair LC once a day Steam inhalation 3-4 times a day Flomist nasal spray twice a day ...  Read More

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Why is my turbinate swollen after septoplasty? I went to two ENT they just said it takes time because i had the fungus removed in my nose as well as my nose was corrected. They said i need to be patient and wait.

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Hi detailed history needed ...  Read More

When consulted with doctor I got to know that my turbinates have swollen and had slight discomfort to breathe and I also have bumps(red) at the end of my tounge. I'm taking medications but not a much of improvement, what to do??

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u cud b allergic ...  Read More

My daughter is 2yrs old since 1week she has visible swollen nasal turbinates along with itchy nose,rubbing nose continuously,some cold symptoms as well. Please kindly help me

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Most common cause of itching nose and Turbinate congestion is Common cold and allergy, please use Nasoclear nasal spray 2 puffs both nostrils 2 or 3 times a day. ...  Read More

I have only right turbinate hypertrophy during normal time but when season changes I experience my turbinates swell in both sides and again come back to normal when it is sunny..but my right turbinate is swollen only how to cure this.Ihave allergic rhinitis and dns to left but my left nostril has no problem except during weather changes what shoul

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Hi detailed evaluation needed ...  Read More

Hi there, I have had a swollen lymph node in my neck for the past 3 weeks. I don't have any other symptoms. No fever, sore throat, cough, etc. The nodes is swollen more days than other and sometimes it's enough pressure that I could feel it in my ear. Not sure when this should be an issue of concern.

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I need to see the exact location of the swelling. As diffrent lymph nodes drain diffrent areas i will be able to tell u what it is and what to do further ...  Read More

I had a CT scan of PNS and the report says I have deviated septum, concha bullosa and inferior turbinate hypertrophy. At times I get a swollen feeling next to my nose on both sides, but I don't see any visible swelling in mirror. I wanted to know if this condition is responsible for: 1. Pain in forehead 2. Pain in upper jaw, head above ear and side

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Inferior turbinate hypertrophy is a common condition and is not significant unless you have symptom of nasal obstruction. For all practical purposes you CT scan is normal. Your symptoms are suggestive ...  Read More

My doctor asked me to take ct scan and in that it made that my turbinates got enlarged and mucosal prominence and having deviated septum and having small conchae bullosa in middle turbinates and i am having symptoms of "nasal congestion" and "post nasal drip(mucus coming from my mouth) and "(bad breath)"some time bad smell I can face from my nose c

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I had done septoplasty , septal perforation and turbinoplasty surgery in january 2025 after 4 months, my turbinates swollen again (sometimes ,espacially in night) and nose is dry Aec, IGC test is cleared (for allergy) My ENT surgeon prescribed me (Fluticasone propionate spray) but its not effective what should i do now?? Thank you

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Please take short course of oral steroids ...  Read More

My diagnosis: Deviated nasal septum (DNS) Chronic bilateral inferior turbinate hypertrophy Recently noted Grade 3 tonsil enlargement My symptoms: Chronic sleep issues with daytime tiredness and dark circles Frequent headaches One-sided nasal blockage Heavy snoring Occasional episodes of suffocation while sleeping, waking up suddenly Mild nasal disc

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You should get septoplasty along with turbinate reduction done and then plan for tonsillectomy only if required ...  Read More

I have dns with spur inferior turbinate hypertrophy used all medication by doctor But still not get relief Is any other solution available

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Surgery is the option. ...  Read More

Recently have been diagnosed ( CT PNS ) with bilateral inferior turbinate hypertrophy and dns to right side with bony spur. Feeling nasal congestion and like ear blockage consistently. How to treat this

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Depending on the degree of dns, surgery will be an option. Nasal spray also can be tried. ...  Read More

I have dns and turbinate hypertrophy. I Have constant nasal congestion, nostril block, headache, facial pressure, breathing difficulty and dry mouth. I also feel phlegm in my throat. I am using homeopathy and also saline wash prescribed by ent. My question is with this condition and the symptoms I am having is it fatal without surgery or can I live

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No it's not life threatening ...  Read More

Is putting shadbindu oil. in nose. effective for Inferior turbinate hypertrophy... ...

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Yes , it's useful , if it is given as nasya on proper time & proper dose then it will be more effective ...  Read More

I have problem of inferior turbinate hypertrophy. Does any ayurveda treatment available for this ???

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Yes panchakrma procedures with medication and meditation available for that ...  Read More

My son 9years old got continous cold for 3 months, hence got enlarged adenoids and turbinates. Is it going to cure by itself or medical intervention required? He does mouth breathing and snores as well

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Use metaspray nasal spray 2 puffs two times a day for 1 month. avoid cold items ...  Read More

I am sharing my nose endoscopy. My inferior turbinate and middle turbinate are in normal shape and size or not ? Septoplasty and TURBINOPLASTY was done 6 months ago.

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It's normal. Don't worry ...  Read More

I am sharing my PNS-CT. Please share your valuable advice about my inferior turbinate and Middle terbunate. Septoplasty was done 1 years ago. I am facing nose stuffiness.

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First i want to know the history completely then v can comment on anything ...  Read More

Hello doctor i always have my any one side of nose blocked It is due to my swelling in turbinates Please give me any spray which will shrink them they are very much inflamed Please answer

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Kindly take online or offline consultation for proper examination and management ...  Read More

Does ayurvedha have permanent cure for shrinking inflammed turbinate hypertrophy? What have any patients cured it via ayurvedha? Please advise if so. I am suffering a lot due to blocked nose.

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Use cephagraine.. ...  Read More

Hello respectable doctors, Can I know what is bilateral inferior turbinate hypertrophy. My sister got test results like this. She has breathing problem.

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Inferior turbinates are two structures on either nasal cavity,which swells up in response to various factors, causing nose block. Then patient will be snoring,mouth breathing, some times sleep disord ...  Read More

I have been having breathing problem from my right nostril since 4 months and my ct scan report shows hypertrophy of inferior turbinate.. I was advised to go for cauterization of my turbinates please guide me how its done

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Need to see ur CT report and details of ur history and treatment ...  Read More

I have been having breathing difficulty from my right nostril since past 3 and a half months my nasal endoscopy and ct scan show turbinate hypertrophy.. i have been using fluticasone ft nasal spray since past 20 days but there is no improvement please guide me

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Consult online for better understanding of problem solving and proper history with video call ...  Read More

My right inferior turbinate is alwas inflamated throughout the ear. And i have deviation towards right. My right nosestrill is mostly blocked. I also snore. How do i relive my symptoms?

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Need to know treatment details ...  Read More

Hi doctor I am suffering from inferior turbinates in both the noses ...i visited a ENT doctor he suggested momeflo nasal spray for one month...i started the prescription from 12 March. I feel i am not feeling better How long does it take to heal ? Please advise. Thanks

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sometimes you need to take the spray for 3-6 months and if the turbinate hypertrophy is causing you lot of trouble then you will have to get a CT PNS and depending on the CT we plan further treatment ...  Read More

Is sadbindu oil is good for 4 year old with hypertrophied inferior turbinates. How much and how long we should use this oil .

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Thanks for inquiring on authentic platform and trust shown with Ayurveda the traditional yet scientific health care science. Got ur concern hopefully you are not choosing self medication for ur kid. I ...  Read More

Pls suggest ayurvedic blood purifer for 4 year old with hypertrophied inferior turbinates. I am giving him amlaki rasayan 2 times.

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Good, thanks for Trust shown with Ayurveda the traditional yet scientific health care science. Follow ur dr. ...  Read More

Recently i took nasal spray Otrievine more then 3 times a day and for 1-2 weeks continuesly due to which my turbinates got enlarged but this is 3-4 week after it and one of turbinate either left or right getting enlarged and shrink on its own. I am not able to find out pattern but if left enlarged then right shrink and vice versa. Sometimes both sh

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don't be panic. there is nothing to worry about. use metaspray nasal spray 2 puffs two times a day. It will help. ...  Read More

Hello Drs. Recently my nose turbinates got enlarged due to nasal spray allergy and its been 15 days i am in healing mode. I wanted to start gym where i required to eat 5 egg white everyday + chicken thrice in a week. Will this create any issue with my turbinate or nose? Thanks

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Not at all. ...  Read More

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