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    • What is a polyp in the nose?

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      Dr. Dency Chacko community pageDoctor of Medicine (MBBS) · 9 years of expAlso known as nasal polyps, these are soft, painless growths in the lining of the nasal passages. They typical...Read more
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    • Painless and benign (noncancerous) growths

      Nasal polyps are painless and benign (noncancerous) growths. They form in the mucosa (thin, soft tissue) that lines your nasal and sinus passages. They usually appear on both sides of your nose. Nasal polyps can get irritated and swollen, making it hard for you to breathe through your nose.
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      Nasal polyps are soft growths inside the sinuses. You may be able to see them and sometimes you can feel nasal polyps, but pain and difficulty blowing your nose or breathing are more common symptoms.
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      Nasal polyps can grow in size and cause difficulty in breathing. It can also cause a frequent nasal infections. It can cause disturbance in taste and smell, runny nose, facial pain and headache, snoring, etc. It is therefore important to get it medical consultation if symptoms are getting worse.
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      The majority of people with nasal polyps will experience nasal congestion, which may be severe and might not improve with standard allergy medications. Other common symptoms include: Nasal polyps vary in size, and small polyps may not cause symptoms. Larger polyps may block the nasal passages, cause symptoms, and lead to a sinus infection.
      Infections, allergies or any condition that causes long-term inflammation in the nose or sinuses can increase the risk of having nasal polyps. Conditions often linked to nasal polyps include: Asthma. Aspirin sensitivity. Cystic fibrosis. Dental infections. Having a family history of nasal polyps also might increase the risk.
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      Nasal polyps are soft, painless growths that hang from the lining of your nose or sinuses.
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