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Scab inside of left nose not healing

Ear, Nose & Throat (ENT) | Last Active: Aug 7 2:21pm | Replies (47)

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@celia16

I’m here looking for guidance too. The spot on the inside of my right nostril suddenly developed as a sharp stinging sensation in Feb. this year. At the same time, I had a runny nose, ear ache and sore throat. It was a Sunday and I called the telehealth doctor, who said to apply a little antibacterial ointment, warm compresses and allergy med for head congestion. I did and things improved. However, a couple of weeks later the sharp needle like sensation returned. I showed it to the PA at my primary office because I was there for something else , who said it was likely allergies and to do the same thing. Except, I can’t take antihistamines any more due to drying my eyes out, And Flonase causes me blurred vision. I do have seasonal allergies and my nose runs water most of the time. Plus, I have post covid syndrome diagnosed by ENT, prior to the nose pain.

The nostril has never been red or swollen. No bleeding. No real symptoms of the needle sticking in me sensation now, just a little sore. I have continued with OTC antibacterial ointment, which helps, but returns when I stop. It’s quite concerning. I have an appointment with my dermatologist soon, I hate it when something small causes so much worry. I’ll ask her to take a biopsy.

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Hello. I recommend a follow up with your ENT regarding the ongoing nose issues & scab/ sensation; etc.
I’ve had 2 uncontrollable bloody noses in the last 6 months! One sent me to the ER where I got a Rapid Rhino shoved up there & taped to my face for 3 days until ENT could remove; & the other I was able to have my ENT cauterize. I live with a rare spinal disease & after reviewing the very few things I can take for it; I realized that the combination of my 1Tbsp of daily liquid Fish Oil AND my 500mg Naproxen was “Thinning my Blood too much!
I mention that because “medications” can often be the culprit to causing/ creating other issues or affecting different parts of the body.
Also, I mention another visit with your ENT because mine has been Amazing with ALL things nasal; including using Aquaphor (2x daily) to heal the cauterized scabs but ONLY for 2 weeks because it can cause LUNG issues! So; I use AYR now for the dryness; which is a safer alternative to keeping things moist & comfortable. I use a Q-tip to apply the ointment and to clean any debris instead of digging with anything else now & potentially scratching the inside!
I hope you find this helpful & get some answers/ relief soon. Best wishes ❤️