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  2. Concha bullosa - Wikipedia

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    It is a normal anatomic variant seen in up to half the population. Occasionally, a large concha bullosa may cause it to bulge sufficiently to obstruct the opening of an adjacent sinus, possibly leading to sleeping apnea or breathing disorder related to areas innervated by the trigeminal nerve. [2]

  3. Sinusitis - Wikipedia

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    If the infection is of bacterial origin, the most common three causative agents are Streptococcus pneumoniae (38%), Haemophilus influenzae (36%), and Moraxella catarrhalis (16%). [38] [39] Until recently, H. influenzae was the most common bacterial agent to cause sinus infections.

  4. Rhinolith - Wikipedia

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    It is an uncommon medical phenomenon, not to be confused with dried nasal mucus. A rhinolith usually forms around the nucleus of a small exogenous foreign body, blood clot or secretion by slow deposition of calcium and magnesium carbonate and phosphate salts. Over time, they grow into large irregular masses that fill the nasal cavity.

  5. Rhinosinusitis - Wikipedia

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    Because sinusitis typically is preceded by an infection of the nasal mucosa, some authors suggest generally replacing the term “sinusitis” with “rhinosinusitis”. [1] The functional unity of the two mucosa speaks in favor of this replacement. A distinction is made between acute and chronic rhinosinusitis.

  6. Empty nose syndrome - Wikipedia

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    Altered nasal anatomy after bilateral subtotal inferior turbinectomy, the removal of most turbinate tissue. Specialty: Otolaryngology: Symptoms: Sensation of nasal suffocation despite clear airway: Complications: Hyperventilation syndrome, depression, anxiety, fatigue: Usual onset: Following surgery or injury to the nasal interior: Differential ...

  7. Upper respiratory tract infection - Wikipedia

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    An upper respiratory tract infection (URTI) is an illness caused by an acute infection, which involves the upper respiratory tract, including the nose, sinuses, pharynx, larynx or trachea. [ 3 ] [ 4 ] This commonly includes nasal obstruction, sore throat, tonsillitis , pharyngitis , laryngitis , sinusitis , otitis media , and the common cold .

  8. Nasal polyp - Wikipedia

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    If this is not effective, surgery may be considered. [1] The condition often recurs following surgery; thus, continued use of a steroid nasal spray is often recommended. [1] Antihistamines may help with symptoms but do not change the underlying disease. [1] Antibiotics are not required for treatment unless an infection occurs. [1]

  9. Functional endoscopic sinus surgery - Wikipedia

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    Functional endoscopic sinus surgery (FESS) is a procedure that is used to treat sinusitis and other conditions that affect the sinuses.Sinusitis is an inflammation of the sinuses that can cause symptoms such as congestion, headaches, and difficulty breathing through the nose.