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Nose sore that never goes away

Posted by sherri1968 @sherri1968, Jun 26, 2023

I have a sore in one nostril that I believe was due to sinus issues that I got about 5 years ago. I hate scabs so of course I picked it out every time I got the chance. It would never heal, wonder why, LOL. However even if I could keep from picking it out for a few days it would dry up and I would blow my nose and out it flew and then it bled and grew again. Now it has gotten to the point where there is a hole in the skin between my nasal passages that has developed which now when I breathe sounds like a whistle, LOL. I know I should have gone to the doctor but currently I have no insurance and don't know what to do. I tried rinsing it with salt water, alcohol, witch hazel, antibiotic ointment and I don't know what else to do. Any suggestions?

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John, Volunteer Mentor | @johnbishop | Jun 26, 2023

Hello @sherri1968, Welcome to Connect. Yikes! It sounds like you may have a perforated septum. @calliederoussan also posted about a perforated septum in another discussion and may have some thoughts or suggestions to share with you. I also found this article that might provide some suggestions that are helpful.

--- Perforated Septum: Symptoms, Treatment, Recovery ...: https://www.healthline.com/health/perforated-septum

Also, since you mentioned you don't have health care insurance, do you think it might be an option to check to see if you can get low-cost health care?
--- How to find low-cost health care in your community: https://www.healthcare.gov/community-health-centers/

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pml | @pml | Jun 26, 2023

Hi Sherril1968!
I have the same problem with my nose that you do. I get a scab which I don't like in my nose either. It bleeds also. I did see a doctor and he prescribed Mupirocin ointment USP 2%. It works wonderfully! It cures the scab and it goes away. However, if I get near a lot of pollution like a parking garage or cold weather, it returns. I use the ointment again and it clears up. I've had this problem for at least 50 years, but it's manageable. If you could get to a doctor and get this prescribed, it would help your nose a lot! Good luck! I'll say a prayer for you.
PML

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sherri1968 | @sherri1968 | Jun 26, 2023
In reply to @pml "Hi Sherril1968! I have the same problem with my nose that you do. I get a..." + (show)
@pml

Hi Sherril1968!
I have the same problem with my nose that you do. I get a scab which I don't like in my nose either. It bleeds also. I did see a doctor and he prescribed Mupirocin ointment USP 2%. It works wonderfully! It cures the scab and it goes away. However, if I get near a lot of pollution like a parking garage or cold weather, it returns. I use the ointment again and it clears up. I've had this problem for at least 50 years, but it's manageable. If you could get to a doctor and get this prescribed, it would help your nose a lot! Good luck! I'll say a prayer for you.
PML

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Thank you so much. I will definitely ask my dr. to call it in and try it.

Thank you for the prayers also. God bless.

Sherri

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sherri1968 | @sherri1968 | Jun 26, 2023
In reply to @johnbishop "Hello @sherri1968, Welcome to Connect. Yikes! It sounds like you may have a perforated septum. @calliederoussan..." + (show)
@johnbishop

Hello @sherri1968, Welcome to Connect. Yikes! It sounds like you may have a perforated septum. @calliederoussan also posted about a perforated septum in another discussion and may have some thoughts or suggestions to share with you. I also found this article that might provide some suggestions that are helpful.

--- Perforated Septum: Symptoms, Treatment, Recovery ...: https://www.healthline.com/health/perforated-septum

Also, since you mentioned you don't have health care insurance, do you think it might be an option to check to see if you can get low-cost health care?
--- How to find low-cost health care in your community: https://www.healthcare.gov/community-health-centers/

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Hello John,

I will definitely take a look at that and I don't qualify for low cost insurance. I am hoping to be able to afford it next year. Thank you so much for your reply. Take care.

Sherri

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