Nasal foreign body means that an object is present in the nose when it is not naturally supposed to be there. Children under the age of five often have this issue. Nasal foreign bodies are usually benign but have the potential to cause mucosal damage, bleeding, infection, and aspiration. The nasal foreign body may be obvious or may require a high index of suspicion. It is often present acutely but can be missed and remain for weeks, months, or even years after insertion. This activity reviews the evaluation of suspected nasal foreign bodies and highlights the role of the interprofessional team in treating this condition.
Although a Nasal foreign body rarely poses a true emergency, certain ones, such as batteries and magnets, can cause extensive, permanent damage and require emergency removal.
Runny nose
One side
Discharging pus
Foul-smelling
common
or Child is constantly crying
common
or Headache
On one side of the head
Frontal region
History of nasal foreign body insertion
Treated with the removal of the nasal foreign bodies by a skilled physician with minimal risk of complications. Common removal methods include the use of forceps, water irrigation, and suction catheter.
If you have Nasal foreign body, then a visit to an ENT specialist is highly recommended.
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