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Nasal blockage with dry nose and no mucus.

Posted by lhess57 @lhess57, Nov 11 10:58pm

My nose is constantly blocked. I have brief periods where some air gets though and it's a relief because I start feeling like I'm suffocating. I pull my face to the side at times and scrunch up my face to get clear breathing for a short time if possible. I've even try bandaids on my face to open up my nose. I recently started taking sudafed and take mucinex dm. I also use saline nasal rinse.
I have tried different prescription nasal sprays and now my nose is dry as well. So I stay away from nasal sprays other than saline.

My ENT suggested the Vivaer procedure. I'm concerned about the feelings of suffocation due to the swelling when I'm already experiencing that.
I heard of empty nose, nasal crippling issues. I don't know how to get relief. I would really like to breathe out of my nose and not think about every breath.

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elizabeth44 | @elizabeth44 | Nov 12 8:30am

Has your ENT check you for polyps/ Because polyps whether cancerous or benign could cause a breathing problem. He must use that special tool where he inserts inside the nose and can see everything with the light. Wish you the best because this is not a fun feeling.

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jm1 | @jm1 | Nov 12 8:46am

Alot of ENTs only seemed interested in doing $$$ surgeries., others go directly to $$$ allergy shots . What is his diagnosis? Get a second opinion. The vicks sinus inhaler steamer helps alot. AYR nasal gel and Ponaris ointment help me also. Hope you feel better soon

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lhess57 | @lhess57 | Nov 12 9:10am

The ENT went directly to the Vivaer procedure. I was given the pamphlet as soon as I got in the examination room. I am scheduling a follow up appointment with him to discuss other options.

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lhess57 | @lhess57 | Nov 22 8:03am
In reply to @elizabeth44 "Has your ENT check you for polyps/ Because polyps whether cancerous or benign could cause a..." + (show)
@elizabeth44

Has your ENT check you for polyps/ Because polyps whether cancerous or benign could cause a breathing problem. He must use that special tool where he inserts inside the nose and can see everything with the light. Wish you the best because this is not a fun feeling.

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He didn't see any polyps or major deviated septum.

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