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What Causes Persistent Blockage In One Nostril, Breathing And Speaking Problem?
Question: Patient Name : XXXX
Age: 28 years
Height: 5'11"
Occupation: Project Manager mostly working at site
Location : Salcete,Goa XXXXXXX
Problem: Either One of my nostrils always remains blocked. I cannot breath deeply. Thus i have very less stamina while speaking. I have problems talking with a loud/sharp voice. Also i cannot speak continously without taking a sudden pause. About a year back i cinsulted an ENT and was given few tablets. During the next meeting he asked me that i have to do an operation to clear bone obstruction in my nostril which i did not want to do as on net it is said that the smelling sense might be weakened.I have a soft voice.
I have problems when i have to speak in meetings etc.
Kindly suggest me a solution to this.
History: Had vising problems upto age of 12
Age: 28 years
Height: 5'11"
Occupation: Project Manager mostly working at site
Location : Salcete,Goa XXXXXXX
Problem: Either One of my nostrils always remains blocked. I cannot breath deeply. Thus i have very less stamina while speaking. I have problems talking with a loud/sharp voice. Also i cannot speak continously without taking a sudden pause. About a year back i cinsulted an ENT and was given few tablets. During the next meeting he asked me that i have to do an operation to clear bone obstruction in my nostril which i did not want to do as on net it is said that the smelling sense might be weakened.I have a soft voice.
I have problems when i have to speak in meetings etc.
Kindly suggest me a solution to this.
History: Had vising problems upto age of 12
Brief Answer:
Most likely you are having Deviated nasal septum.
Detailed Answer:
HI
Thank you for asking HCM
I have gone through your query. Your problem can be most likely due to Deviated nasal septum. It is usually present in almost 25 % of population. Only if symptoms are very much trouble some you can go for surgery.
You can use nasal decongestant sprays to relieve from the symptoms. Xylometazoline ( Otrivin) can be used for this.Taking chewable Vitamin C daily is also good. In case of persisting allergic symptoms like continuous sneezing taking Combination of anti histamines like Levocetirizine and mast cell stabilizers like Monteleukast for long term will be helpful also.
Avoid contact with dusty environment. Use warm water for bathing. Avoid taking cold foods and drinks. These all measures help.
Let me know if anything not clear.
I am happy to help you.
Thanks.
Most likely you are having Deviated nasal septum.
Detailed Answer:
HI
Thank you for asking HCM
I have gone through your query. Your problem can be most likely due to Deviated nasal septum. It is usually present in almost 25 % of population. Only if symptoms are very much trouble some you can go for surgery.
You can use nasal decongestant sprays to relieve from the symptoms. Xylometazoline ( Otrivin) can be used for this.Taking chewable Vitamin C daily is also good. In case of persisting allergic symptoms like continuous sneezing taking Combination of anti histamines like Levocetirizine and mast cell stabilizers like Monteleukast for long term will be helpful also.
Avoid contact with dusty environment. Use warm water for bathing. Avoid taking cold foods and drinks. These all measures help.
Let me know if anything not clear.
I am happy to help you.
Thanks.
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Dr. Arnab Banerjee
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