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Due to prolonged inflammation, soft, painless, noncancerous growths called nasal polyps form on the sinuses' or nasal channel lining. Conditions such as asthma, allergies, frequent sinus infections, or immunological problems can all lead to them. These little, teardrop-shaped growths can widen and block airflow, aggravating runny nose, nasal congestion, facial pressure, diminished sense of smell, and snoring.
Though nasal polyps by themselves are benign, they can cause problems including regular sinus infections and trouble breathing. Usually, diagnosis calls for an allergy test, imaging studies, or nasal endoscopy. Corticosteroid nasal sprays, antihistamines, and, in severe situations, surgery to remove recurring polyps are among the available treatments. Recurrence is prevalent, nevertheless; hence, long-term treatment is quite important.
Managing allergies, employing nasal saline rinses, and minimising environmental irritants constitute preventive actions. Changing lifestyle choices, including keeping excellent nasal hygiene and treating underlying diseases, can help lower the chance of nasal polyp development. Appropriate evaluation and therapy depend on seeing an ENT specialist should symptoms continue or get worse.