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Female | 25

Why is my right nostril closed and painful?

The right side of my nostril has closed in in recent years and this has lead to hard mucus forming in my nostril and causing a lot of discomfort and pain and making it hard to breathe at times. Would you be able to explain what the cause of this may be and why my nostril is so closed in causing this discomfort and the hard snot forming.

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Answered on 16th Feb '25

It sounds like you're experiencing nasal obstruction, which can occur due to several factors such as allergies, nasal polyps, or structural issues like a deviated septum. This narrowing can lead to the buildup of thick mucus, resulting in discomfort and difficulty breathing. To alleviate your symptoms, consider using saline nasal sprays to moisturize and clear the passages. However, I recommend scheduling an appointment with a ENT Specialist who can assess your situation and suggest appropriate treatments, which may include medication or other interventions to improve your breathing and comfort. 

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My mother aged 43 is getting blood from her throat sometimes during nights when she sleep with AC and good night machine

Female | 43

Experiencing occasional blood from throat during sleep needs proper evaluation by a specialist. It could be due to dryness, nasal congestion, or throat irritation. In the meantime, keeping the air humidified and avoiding throat irritants may offer some relief.

Answered on 23rd May '24

Dr. Babita Goel

Dr. Babita Goel

Do you have any solution for tinituus

Male | 48

We have many treatment modalities that help manage tinnitus. It's only a symptom and not a disease to have an absolute treatment or solution. Please visit for further details.

Answered on 25th June '24

Dr. Rakshita Kamath

Dr. Rakshita Kamath

I am 35 yrs old male and I have problem with bilateral sensorineural hearing loss. Is there any treatment for this problem

Male | 35

A routine brain MRI with attention to the internal auditory meatus should be requested in acute cases where no cause is detected and idiopathic origin is assumed. These individuals are usually started on oral corticosteroids with a prednisone dose of 1 mg/kg/day (max 60 mg/day) for seven days and then decreased during the following week.

Hearing aids, of which there are many sorts, are the basis of treatment in chronic situations. Even in mild or severe cases of presbycusis, hearing aids are beneficial to the majority of patients. [19] There is no way to restore former hearing thresholds, and due to psychosocial comorbidities, audiological rehabilitation support is especially necessary in these patients.

The most prevalent equipment for treating hearing loss are traditional behind-the-ear air conduction hearing aids.

Hearing aids with bilateral microphones and contralateral signal routing (BiCROS) are similar, but a microphone also helps the better hearing ear on the same side.

Answered on 23rd May '24

Dr. Sayalee Karve

Dr. Sayalee Karve

Hello Dr. Puri, I got an injury on my upper nose between eyes 2 weeks back, while playing badminton doubles. I am facing some hardness and swelling between right eye and nose. Request appointment with you.

Male | 51

The swelling and firmness you are having might be due to the soft tissue damage or inflammation due to the trauma. It is necessary to be cautious about these symptoms, as they might last for some weeks. To promote adequate healing and eliminate any unknown issues, I advise you to make an appointment for an extensive assessment. 

Answered on 9th Dec '24

Dr. Babita Goel

Dr. Babita Goel

I'm 24 years old person I'm facing a throat issue I can't drink water, side of my throat I'm threatening more pain I can't eat too

Male | 24

Based on your description, it appears that you are experiencing a lot of pain, making it hard to swallow liquids and solid foods. The possible causes could be an infection, inflammation, or allergies. Keeping water intake might be difficult, so have warm broths or herbal teas instead of water. Pain relievers bought over the counter can alleviate the pain to some extent. Still, these are just temporary remedies. It is my firm belief that you should obtain accurate and professional help from healthcare practitioners to diagnose the source and give you the preferred therapeutic regimen. The most important thing for you is to be healthy, and therefore, a clinician, knowing your specific case, is in a position to offer the most suitable professional support and attention.

Answered on 31st Dec '24

Dr. Kanchan  Jain

Dr. Kanchan Jain

I am suffering from nasal allergy for 3 years.It goes away after taking medicine.But it comes back again.Want to get rid of it completely.What to do?

Male | 36

Nasal allergies can bring along to you some symptoms like sneezing, a runny nose, and itchy eyes. They are mostly caused by things such as dust, pollen, or pet dander. To help you get rid of your allergies entirely, you can first try to avoid triggers as much as possible, keep your living space clean, and consider discussing allergy shots with an allergist to help your body build up a tolerance to the allergens over time.

Answered on 1st Nov '24

Dr. Babita Goel

Dr. Babita Goel

My brother had mumps problem in february. Second day he lost his hearing completely in left ear. With lots of noise in his ear. We consulted many doctors and had lengthy treatment for about 6 months. But zero result. Doctors declared that hearing will never come back. But we want the the tinnitus go away. It damages his life also. Please help

Male | 39

The feeling of noises in the ear, called tinnitus, can be very distressing. Tinnitus in such cases is usually nerve damage caused by the mumps infection. Sadly, in some cases, the hearing loss may not be reversible. To manage the symptoms, your brother can try listening to soothing music, using white noise machines, and avoiding loud noises. Counseling or therapy can also be helpful for the patients. 

Answered on 22nd Aug '24

Dr. Babita Goel

Dr. Babita Goel

Hello Dr , I am 45 years old and having benign tumor in parotid gland so pls advise on cist of surgery and recovery period pls

Male | 45

A benign parotid gland tumor refers to a non-cancerous growth in a salivary gland located at the side of your ear. Symptoms may include a bulge in the cheek or jaw area. In most cases, surgery is the primary method of dealing with the tumor. In most cases, the recovery time can be a bit longer than a few weeks. Adhering to your doctor's instructions post-surgery is essential for proper recovery.

Answered on 26th Aug '24

Dr. Babita Goel

Dr. Babita Goel

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