blocked nose

Blocked Nose (One or Both Sides) Causes and How to Unblock

We all suffer with a blocked nose at times, like when we catch a cold. Most of the time this nasal congestion is for a short period of time and eventually eases on its own till it clears completely. However, some people may suffer with chronic nasal problems where a blocked nose is persistent. Apart from medical treatment >> Read More ...

Sore in Nose (Boils, Pimples, Scabs) Causes and Treatments

The inside of the nose (nasal cavity) is delicate and sensitive. Any slight irritation can cause significant discomfort. When we feel a bump inside our nose or soreness at just one spot, we often refer to it as a sore in the nose. However, a sore is not an accurate description of the problem. These sores could be a polyp, >> Read More ...

7 Ways To Decongest A Baby’s Stuffy Nose

A stuffy nose is one of the common symptoms a baby may suffer with, as with most children. It is mainly due to acute viral infections of the nasal passages (like the common cold), allergies, exposure to airborne irritants and sometimes due to change in weather. While it is a minor ailment, it can prove to be quite >> Read More ...

Rhinitis Types and Causes of Nasal Inflammation

What is rhinitis? Rhinitis is the term for inflammation of the lining of the nasal passages. This epithelial lining contains hairs to filter incoming air, produces mucus to trap dust and dirt and has sensory receptors which can trigger the sneeze reflex to expel any irritants. When inflamed or irritated, it triggers a >> Read More ...

Nose Problems – Symptoms and Causes of Nasal Disorders

The nose plays a significant role in respiration (breathing) and the nasal cavity contain the sensory organs for smell. Any disorder affecting the nose can affect both smell and breathing, although the latter may not be significantly impaired as air can pass through the mouth. Most nose problems will present with one or >> Read More ...

Stuffy Nose – Nasal Congestion

What iatrops Nasal Congestion? Nasal congestion, commonly called blocked or stuffy nose, refers to blockage of nasal passages caused by swelling of nasal mucous layer. Apart from nasal congestion, there are other causes of blocked nose. Causes of Nasal Congestion A cause of blocked nose may be suspected from symptoms, >> Read More ...