Nasal obstruction

Nasal Obstruction

Nasal obstruction (pronunciation: /ˈneɪzəl ɒbˈstrʌkʃən/) is a term used in the medical field to describe a condition where the nasal passage is blocked, causing difficulty in breathing through the nose.

Etymology

The term "nasal obstruction" is derived from the Latin words "nasus" meaning nose and "obstructio" meaning blockage.

Causes

Nasal obstruction can be caused by a variety of factors, including allergies, sinusitis, nasal polyps, deviated septum, and enlarged adenoids.

Symptoms

Common symptoms of nasal obstruction include difficulty breathing through the nose, snoring, and a feeling of congestion or fullness in the face.

Treatment

Treatment for nasal obstruction depends on the underlying cause. This may include medications to treat allergies or sinusitis, surgery to remove nasal polyps or correct a deviated septum, or adenoidectomy to remove enlarged adenoids.

Related Terms

• Allergies
• Sinusitis
• Nasal Polyps
• Deviated Septum
• Enlarged Adenoids
• Adenoidectomy

External links

• Medical encyclopedia article on Nasal obstruction
• Wikipedia's article - Nasal obstruction

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