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What Causes Pressure And Discomfort In Nose?

The last 3 weeks I have had discomfort in my nose. (both sides) It is extrem. sore inside and is really really red inside. In the mornings when I get up and have alot of pressure. It is now becoming painful to touch or move my nose. Not sure if I need an antibotic or not. I have been using the nasal spray but dosent seem to be helping. Should I become concerned with how red the inside of my nose is. Thanks
Wed, 27 May 2020
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Hi,

Noted your history of pain, pressure and redness in nose, tender to touch, nasal spray does not help, wants to know what is needed. As per the history you have provided this looks to be the case of infection in the nose which could have started due to collumellitis that is infection in the hair bearing area or injury while pricking the nose.

Since there is a possibility of infection and abscess development in a danger area as the lower part of nose and upper lip can spread to the brain by the veins this needs an urgent care. Consult an ENT Surgeon for clinically evaluation. Get started with proper antibiotics and anti-inflammatory medicines. Do not try to pop as this is dangerous. Incision and suctioning if the pus has already formed.

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

Regards,
Dr. T. Chandrakant, General Surgeon
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What Causes Pressure And Discomfort In Nose?

Hi, Noted your history of pain, pressure and redness in nose, tender to touch, nasal spray does not help, wants to know what is needed. As per the history you have provided this looks to be the case of infection in the nose which could have started due to collumellitis that is infection in the hair bearing area or injury while pricking the nose. Since there is a possibility of infection and abscess development in a danger area as the lower part of nose and upper lip can spread to the brain by the veins this needs an urgent care. Consult an ENT Surgeon for clinically evaluation. Get started with proper antibiotics and anti-inflammatory medicines. Do not try to pop as this is dangerous. Incision and suctioning if the pus has already formed. Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. T. Chandrakant, General Surgeon