Can Nasal Cautery Help Stop My Child’s Nosebleeds?
Most children will get a nosebleed at some point in their lives. While the amount of blood can look scary, nosebleeds are rarely concerning or require additional medical attention. However, if your child experiences frequent nosebleeds, nasal cautery may be necessary. What is Nasal Cautery? Nasal cautery is a procedure where a chemical or electrical…
Nasal Polyp Removal: Recovery & Aftercare
Nasal polyps are soft, painless, teardrop-shaped growths that form on the lining of the nasal passages and sinuses. They usually form as the result of chronic inflammation, like if you have allergies and frequently spend time at Fred Fletcher Park. If your nasal polyps are causing pressure, congestion, drainage, loss of smell or snoring and…
What Is Typically Damaged When You Break Your Nose?
The nose has two bones at the bridge and a long piece of cartilage that give it its shape. When you break your nose, either or both of these parts can be pushed to one side. In addition, a nasal fracture can cause damage to the bones that join the nose to the skull. Below…