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Scab inside of left nose not healing
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@krevin, I moved your post to this existing discussion started by @ofbushido:
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@krevin, I recommend that you talk to your doctor about the nose scabbing. With air conditioners going at this time of year, it could be something as simple as your nose being too dry. I find petroleum jelly helps to keep things moist in the nostils especially before sleeping. On the other hand, if a scab is not healing properly, it may need medical attention. Best to talk with your doctor.
Are you on blood thinners? Is your environment at home and work, etc. dry, 50% humidity or less?
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This is found on the mayo clinic site
I've put petroleum jelly on the inside of my nose for years to relieve dryness. Is this safe?
Answer From Lawrence E. Gibson, M.D.
Petroleum jelly is generally safe to use. But rarely, breathing in (inhaling) fat-based substances (lipoids) — such as petroleum jelly or mineral oil — for long periods can cause lung problems.
Petroleum jelly applied to the inside of the nostrils usually drains down the back of the nose with normal nasal secretions. Then it is swallowed. Rarely, small amounts of the jelly can travel into the windpipe (trachea) and lungs. Over many months, the jelly can build up in the lungs. This buildup can lead to potentially serious swelling and irritation (inflammation) in the lungs known as lipoid pneumonia.
In some people, lipoid pneumonia causes no signs or symptoms. In others, lipoid pneumonia may cause cough, chest pain or shortness of breath.
Lipoid pneumonia is often found on a chest X-ray or CT scan. Sometimes, a doctor confirms the diagnosis with a bronchoscopy.
When lipoid pneumonia is caused by petroleum jelly, then generally the only treatment is to stop the use of the jelly.
If you have concerns about the use of petroleum jelly, relieve nasal dryness by using a vaporizer or humidifier instead or try over-the-counter saline nasal spray. If you must use a lubricant, choose the water-soluble variety. Use it only sparingly and not within several hours of lying down.