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How Can Sinusitis And Pain In The Nostrils Be Treated?

Hello, I m battling a sinus infection but also have issues with hard bloody scabs in the area where my left nasal passage goes into the throat. Sometimes I can expel the scab through the nostril or cough it out. I use saline spray, inhale steam from showering. I also have bleeding after I eliminate the scab. It s discouraging as my nasal passages are always sore.
Mon, 14 Aug 2017
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Hello
I understand your concern
Nasal scabs with soreness can be because of sinusitis itself/prolonged use of nasal decongestant sprays.

If I were your treating doctor,I recommend,
-Get the detailed examination done by ENT surgeon to diagnose any condition causing persistent infection like deviated nasal septum
-Local antibacterial ointment can be used to decrease inflammation.
Oral antibiotics like augmentin thrice for 7 days for covering up sinusitis.(prescription drug)
-Nasal irrigation with saline and avoid using any nasal decongestant.
-Avoid picking at nose.
-Avoid exposure to dust and smoke

Hope I answered your query.
Wish you good health.
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How Can Sinusitis And Pain In The Nostrils Be Treated?

Hello I understand your concern Nasal scabs with soreness can be because of sinusitis itself/prolonged use of nasal decongestant sprays. If I were your treating doctor,I recommend, -Get the detailed examination done by ENT surgeon to diagnose any condition causing persistent infection like deviated nasal septum -Local antibacterial ointment can be used to decrease inflammation. Oral antibiotics like augmentin thrice for 7 days for covering up sinusitis.(prescription drug) -Nasal irrigation with saline and avoid using any nasal decongestant. -Avoid picking at nose. -Avoid exposure to dust and smoke Hope I answered your query. Wish you good health.