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Q: Testing for chronic infection of the nasal cavity

asked by: DoctorQuestion on January 24th, 2009

I have the above mentioned problem in my nose as the doctors diagnosis. I suffer from foul smelling, formation of dirt and puss with boils inside my nose. Along with that the boils have create wounds inside my nose as the skin cracks and bleeds. Please guide me necessary medication. The doctor i consulted suggested for a surgery as a problem of sinus. Can i avoid the surgery? please guide.

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Dr. Goce Aleksovski , MD

replied on January 26th, 2009

Ear, Nose and Throat Disorders Answer A5512

Diagnosis that has been suggested: Rhinitis

Current medical status: Provided certain tablets but not affective. it cures for the time being.
Current medical treatment: Lee 500, febrex plus, Cynasule

The symptoms might be related to chronic infection of the nasal cavity. You might want to have a swab from the nose to determine if there are bacteria and what antibiotic can kill them. Otherwise you might consult with an ear, nose and throat specialist to see if the surgery is really necessary.

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