Hi there XXXXXXX.
Relax. There is no need for worry. This is a common occurence....especially as it is once in a while. This is due to the rupture of the superficial capillaries in & around the external nares' mucous membrane.
The only reason you need to be worried is if you have been in close contact with anyone suffering from tuberculosis & you yourself have productive cough over an extended period with or without fever & night sweats..doubt very much this is the case.
So recapituating, relax...it is quite a normal phenomenon..be more gentle with the blow-job ;-) Cheers & have a nice day...eish you good health always.
Dr Praveen Rodrigues MD
XXXXXXX Hopspital,
Bangalore, India

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Hi there XXXXXXX
Your wife would dearly like me to say Yes :) However, in your case would appear unlikely. Have you had any feeling of tiredness, weight loss, cough, fever , chest pain..anything to suggest any illness? If so, please just do a simple ESR blood test. It would take approximately 2-3 hrs to report as the tube is to be left standing for an hour to get accurate results. Let me know the value. Basically, it is a non-specific test that will pick up more than it leaves out..this will help clear the air & give you a clue as to 'if' further tests are required! Cheers!
Dr Praveen Rodrigues MD

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Hi there.
Apologies as have had a busy morning thus far @ the Hospital.
ESR stands for Erythrocyte Sedimentation Rate & is a general blood test costs some 50-100Rs & is commonly done at any small lab.
Good on you if no illness..then, NOTHING to worry about...understand the thot process & concern of a smoker ;-) Cheers & Good Luck! Do close this query if done here else, it reflects as a follow-up question..tx.
Do hope this answered your queries & calmed the nerves..
Dr Praveen Rodrigues MD

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