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What Causes Increased Nose Size During Pregnancy?

Hi, I was wondering why only some women s noses get bigger during pregnancy. I have researched the issue on the internet and can find little to no information on it. In fact, many women believe that it is only a myth. I personally experieced this during my last pregnancy and I have to admit that it was humiliating. I have no pics of myself during my pregnancy. It was just very swollen and large. It did return to normal after my pregnancy but I am now pregnant with my second child. What is the scientific reason for why this occurs and why some women do not experience this at all. Also, are there any foods, exercises, saline sprays or any other options to help reduce the swelling? Any help would be greatly appreciated. Thanks F. Harrelson
posted on Thu, 13 Mar 2014
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Dear Harrelson,

I have seem many patients with such swollen nose in my practice. Such swelling is due to oedema. It may be result of pregnancy induced high blood pressure or urinary infection. With this symptom, it is better to get urine and blood pressure examined. Both these conditions may lead to restrict the growth of the baby.

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What Causes Increased Nose Size During Pregnancy?

Dear Harrelson, I have seem many patients with such swollen nose in my practice. Such swelling is due to oedema. It may be result of pregnancy induced high blood pressure or urinary infection. With this symptom, it is better to get urine and blood pressure examined. Both these conditions may lead to restrict the growth of the baby. I hope this helps you.