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I Fell Tubing On A Lake In XXXXXXX A Few
Question: I fell tubing on a lake in XXXXXXX a few days ago. Water went up my nose at a high rate of speed causing severe burning. It's been 2 days and I'm still experiencing burning and pressure. Should I be concerned?
Brief Answer:
Not likely, but remain vigilant
Detailed Answer:
Hi and thanks so much for this query.
You certainly had some trauma related to the high force/pressure exerted by this water in the nostrils. It will take some days to heal. There is nothing to be scared of at this time.
However, should you have a fever, neck stiffness, or moderate to severe headaches, please seek immediate medical evaluation. For now, there is no need for medical evaluation but remain vigilant.
I hope these guides and help. I wish you well.
Feel free to follow up with me if need be.
Not likely, but remain vigilant
Detailed Answer:
Hi and thanks so much for this query.
You certainly had some trauma related to the high force/pressure exerted by this water in the nostrils. It will take some days to heal. There is nothing to be scared of at this time.
However, should you have a fever, neck stiffness, or moderate to severe headaches, please seek immediate medical evaluation. For now, there is no need for medical evaluation but remain vigilant.
I hope these guides and help. I wish you well.
Feel free to follow up with me if need be.
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Arnab Banerjee
Hello Dr. Ditah,
It has been 4 days since I fell tubing. Today I woke up with still a burning like headache, although not severe, post-nasal drip, swollen lymph node in my neck and a slight sore throat. I have slight chest congestion as well. Could I have developed a sinus infection/upper respiratory infection from the water?
It has been 4 days since I fell tubing. Today I woke up with still a burning like headache, although not severe, post-nasal drip, swollen lymph node in my neck and a slight sore throat. I have slight chest congestion as well. Could I have developed a sinus infection/upper respiratory infection from the water?
Brief Answer:
I suggest you get an X-ray of the chest!
Detailed Answer:
Hi,
If these symptoms persist, I suggest you get evaluated and possible imaging of the sinuses done. These could certainly be caused by an infection and I will like to see this excluded.
I hope this guides and helps. I wish you well. Feel free to follow up with me to allow me understand how you are doing.
I suggest you get an X-ray of the chest!
Detailed Answer:
Hi,
If these symptoms persist, I suggest you get evaluated and possible imaging of the sinuses done. These could certainly be caused by an infection and I will like to see this excluded.
I hope this guides and helps. I wish you well. Feel free to follow up with me to allow me understand how you are doing.
Note: Consult an experienced Otolaryngologist / ENT Specialist online for further follow up on ear, nose, and throat issues - Book a Call now.
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Vaishalee Punj
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