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Nosu Old English word from which theword NOSE is derived.
2 main functions:
1. It serves as the organ of smell and is
directly related to the sense of taste2. It is the primary passage for air into and
out of your lungs
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Video A
Video B
http://how%20the%20body%20works%20%20%20the%20olfactory%20pathway.avi/http://the%20sense%20of%20smell%2C%20cns.avi/http://the%20sense%20of%20smell%2C%20cns.avi/http://how%20the%20body%20works%20%20%20the%20olfactory%20pathway.avi/8/3/2019 Nosy Balasy
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SAY WHAT?!
- inflammation of the nasal mucosa
Signs and Symptoms: increased nasal drainage (nasal drainage)Nasal congestion (clogged nose) leads toheadacheSneezingItchy nse, watery eyes
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ALLERGY INFECTION
CAUSE Allergen: dust,chemical fragrant,
food
Bacteria and virus
S/SX Same Same (exception:drainage is
greenish/yellowish)
DX Immunocap testSkin testing
CBCs
CBCsC/S test
Management Antihistamine/
desensitization
Supportive care for
viral, antibiotics
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Avoid:1. Irritating inhalants (strong perfumes, household
cleaning agents, smoke)2. Dusty materials (handkerchief)3. If caused by an infection: sneezing in public
Do not:1. Overuse topical sprays, inhalants2. Blow nose too frequently or too hard
Rest, proper diet
Consult your physician
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- inflammation ofone or more sinuses
- precipitated by
congestion from viralURTI or nasal allergy
Video C
http://sinusitis%20pathology%20%28para-nasal%20sinus%20anatomy%29.avi/http://sinusitis%20pathology%20%28para-nasal%20sinus%20anatomy%29.avi/http://www.obstructednose.com/onose_normal.html8/3/2019 Nosy Balasy
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SIGNS
AND
SYMPTOMS
CHARACTERISTICS
PAIN - Stabbing oraching
CONGESTION - Clogged nose/stuffy nose
ANOSMIA{AH-NUZ-ME-UH}
-lack of smell
Red andedematous nasal
mucosa
-dissymmetry offacial features
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DO-Rest: Sleep is essential in strengthening the bodyin order to fight infection
DO-Water: Drink plenty of water, 8-10 glasses per day- this thins mucous, allowing it to drain easier
DON'T-Smoke: Smoking irritates respiratory tract,paralyzes cilia (hair-like structures that movemucous).
DO-Heat: Warm compresses applied to areas offacial pressure will relieve pain or hot showers andsteam may allow for drainage.
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DO- Decongestants: Both oral and nasalsprays will increase drainage and
provide some relief. Caution on usingproducts for more than 3-5 days - thismay cause a rebound effect whichmeans the body will over produce
mucous once the product isdiscontinued.
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DON'T-Take Chances: Listen to yourdoctor; follow the instructions that are
given to get the maximum benefitsavailable to you.
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DO-Vaporizers: Placing a hot mistvaporizer near your bed at night is very
beneficial in thinning out the mucous,thus helping in drainage. Caution shouldalways be taken to ensure that burns donot occur, especially with small children
in the household.
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Video D
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