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How Can Big White Scabs On The Nose Along With Nostril Burning Sensation Post Cocaine Use Be Treated?

I Have been using heavy amount of coke daily for 6 months. Two days ago I got big white scabs in my nose. 2 questions is this curable or did I screw my nose up permanently? And what is the best treatment? Oh and My right nostril has a burning feeling.
Mon, 4 Mar 2024
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Hello,

Connect with a detox center that will help you successfully forego your addiction. Detox centers will gradually reduce the intake & will manage the withdrawal symptoms that you experience & help you stay comfortable. Snorting cocaine reduces blood circulation to the lining of the nose. Due to low blood flow scabs are formed.

If snorting is continued even after formation of scabs, reduced blood flow further causes irritation and damage to the nasal mucosa thereby causing burning sensation. Burning sensation is a potential indicator to stop snorting cocaine as if continued nerve damage can occur. Get clinically examined by an ENT, to detect any nasal septum damage, or any nerve damage that needs urgent medical attention. You will be treated accordingly.

In the meantime, nasal saline sprays need to be done gently to avoid further damage. Blow your nose gently. You are in a position to be treated; the damage can be reversed now but if you continue to snort cocaine you will harm yourself permanently. Do not snort cocaine. Detox.

Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards,
Dr. Nupur K., General & Family Physician
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How Can Big White Scabs On The Nose Along With Nostril Burning Sensation Post Cocaine Use Be Treated?

Hello, Connect with a detox center that will help you successfully forego your addiction. Detox centers will gradually reduce the intake & will manage the withdrawal symptoms that you experience & help you stay comfortable. Snorting cocaine reduces blood circulation to the lining of the nose. Due to low blood flow scabs are formed. If snorting is continued even after formation of scabs, reduced blood flow further causes irritation and damage to the nasal mucosa thereby causing burning sensation. Burning sensation is a potential indicator to stop snorting cocaine as if continued nerve damage can occur. Get clinically examined by an ENT, to detect any nasal septum damage, or any nerve damage that needs urgent medical attention. You will be treated accordingly. In the meantime, nasal saline sprays need to be done gently to avoid further damage. Blow your nose gently. You are in a position to be treated; the damage can be reversed now but if you continue to snort cocaine you will harm yourself permanently. Do not snort cocaine. Detox. Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Nupur K., General & Family Physician