Foreign Body In Nose Learning Center

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First aid for a foreign object inserted into the nose.

Basic Info

Symptoms
Foul-smelling or bloody nasal discharge; Difficulty breathing through the affected nostril; Irritation; Feeling of some...
Tests
  • Rhinoscopy
Treatments
Do not probe the nose with cotton swabs or other tools. Doing so may push the object further into the nose. Have the vi...
Drugs
  • No known drug therapy
Risk Factors
  • Toddler
  • Toys
  • Young child
Complications
  • Irritation Of Nose
  • Nasal infection
  • Nosebleed
Prevention
Keep small objects out of the reach of infants and toddlers; Discourage your child from putting foreign objects into bo...
Doctor Specialties
  • Family Medicine Specialist
  • Otorhinolaryngologist

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