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What Could Sores In Nose With Headache Suggest?
i have kind of sores in my nose since my baby was born nearly 2 years ago.when i blow my nose blood apears and if i put a wipe in my nose there will be blood on it.i worried about what it could be sometimes i get a headache to the front of my head. please can you help regards sharon
Thu, 1 Oct 2020
Hi,
The symptoms are suggestive of Rhinosporidiosis, an infectious disease caused by a protist. The disease is characterized by presence of granulomatous lesions (bumps like sores) on the mucous membranes of nose, throat, eyes, genitals and rectum.
The symptoms can vary depending on area involved; for instance, if nose is affected symptoms are likely to be similar to that of nasal obstruction, runny nose, bleeding to mention a few. The disease is transmitted via contaminated water source, and is endemic in many tropical countries. A through history, examination and diagnostic tests like biopsy is helpful in concluding a diagnosis. Treatment depends on size of area involved and extent of spread of lesions.
Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Ayesha Shareef, General & Family Physician
The symptoms are suggestive of Rhinosporidiosis, an infectious disease caused by a protist. The disease is characterized by presence of granulomatous lesions (bumps like sores) on the mucous membranes of nose, throat, eyes, genitals and rectum.
The symptoms can vary depending on area involved; for instance, if nose is affected symptoms are likely to be similar to that of nasal obstruction, runny nose, bleeding to mention a few. The disease is transmitted via contaminated water source, and is endemic in many tropical countries. A through history, examination and diagnostic tests like biopsy is helpful in concluding a diagnosis. Treatment depends on size of area involved and extent of spread of lesions.
Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Ayesha Shareef, General & Family Physician
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