2023年8月8日 · Nasal polyps are linked to irritation and swelling, also called inflammation, of the inside of the nose and sinuses that lasts more than 12 weeks. This is known as chronic sinusitis. But it's possible to have chronic sinusitis without getting nasal polyps.

2023年8月8日 · A diagnosis of nasal polyps starts with symptoms, a medical history and a physical exam. Tests to diagnose nasal polyps might include: Nasal endoscopy. This involves using a narrow tube with a lighted lens or tiny camera to look at the inside of the nose. Imaging studies. CT scans can show the size of polyps deep in the sinuses and where they ...

An infection, growths in the sinuses, called nasal polyps, or swelling of the lining of the sinuses can cause chronic sinusitis. Symptoms might include a blocked or stuffy nose that makes it hard to breathe through the nose and pain and swelling around the eyes, cheeks, nose or forehead.

Medicine to treat nasal polyps and chronic sinusitis. If you have nasal polyps and chronic sinusitis, a shot of dupilumab (Dupixent), omalizumab (Xolair) or mepolizumab (Nucala) might reduce the size of the nasal polyps and lessen stuffiness.

2019年10月29日 · ANSWER: Nasal polyps form in the nasal passages and sinuses as a result of chronic inflammation called chronic rhinosinusitis. When they are small, nasal polyps may not cause any symptoms or require treatment.

2023年9月18日 · Larger or multiple polyps can cause a sensation of nasal congestion, impaired sense of smell and taste, decreased airflow and recurring sinus infections. Some people with nasal polyps develop an intolerance to over-the-counter …

2023年8月29日 · A problem inside the nose, such as a deviated nasal septum, nasal polyps or tumors. A medical condition such as cystic fibrosis or an immune system disorder such as HIV/AIDS. Being around smoke, either from smoking or being around others who smoke, known as secondhand smoke.

2024年4月21日 · I was prescribed Dupixent for AERD, which has nasal polyps, asthma, and sinus infection components. Sense of smell essentially gone also. Began Dupixent in Fall of 2019 and have had annual exams at Mayo Clinic Rochester mn.

2024年11月22日 · I do have polyps but from scope (they show you your sinuses on T.V. screen as scope records it). My polyps are not blocking anything but indicate inflamation (ENT) so they keep checking. I am on Xhance (steriod nasal spray) twice a day. It is a steroid that helps reduce the inflmation that (ENT) says major cause of sinus issues and polyps.

2023年10月24日 · Nasal tumors begin in the main passageway within the nose, called the nasal cavity. Paranasal tumors begin in air-filled chambers around the nose, called the paranasal sinuses. Some nasal and paranasal tumors aren't cancerous.