Inferior Turbinate Hypertrophy
Inferior turbinate hypertrophy refers to an enlargement of the inferior nasal turbinates, which are bony structures lining the bottom of the nasal passages. When the turbinates become enlarged, they obstruct normal breathing.
Inferior Turbinate Hypertrophy Symptoms
- Difficulty breathing through the nose
- Mouth breathing
- Reduced ability to smell
- Postnasal drip, runny nose
- Frequent nose blowing or sniffing
- Headaches
- Facial pain or pressure
- Disrupted sleep due to breathing difficulties
Inferior Turbinate Hypertrophy Diagnosis
- Direct nasal examination
- Nasal endoscopy
Inferior Turbinate Hypertrophy Treatment Options
- Steroid or antihistamine sprays to reduce inflammation
- Oral medications - Antihistamines or decongestants
- Nasal saline rinses to help thin mucus secretions
- Minimally invasive surgical reduction
What Causes Inferior Turbinate Hypertrophy?
- Allergies, sinus infections, and environmental irritants
- Vasomotor rhinitis
- Medications - Antihypertensives, antidepressants, birth control pills
- Environmental irritants like cigarette smoke
- Hormonal fluctuations
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