Information about Foreign Objects in Nose
We Have to Know about the Foreign Objects in Nose
- Curious young children may insert foreign objects into the nose
- Adults sometimes pack bits of cotton into the nose nostril to stop bleeding. These often become lodged in the nose
- Potential objects include food, seeds, small toys, crayon pieces, erasers, cotton, beads, etc
Could be dangerous, if the answer is YES for any one of the following questions
- Are both nostrils are affected and there is shortness of breath and difficulty breathing
- Heavy bleeding from the nose
First Aid
- Do not attempt to inhale the object by forcefully breathing in. Breathe through the mouth.
- Do not probe the nose with cotton swabs or other tools
- Pinch the other nostril shut and try to gently blow the object out. Do not blow hard or repeatedly.
- If the object is visible in the lower nostril, remove it with a blunt pair of tweezers. However, do not attempt this if a child is protesting as it may be pushed deeper into the nostril and cause further damage
- Spray a nasal decongestant in the affected nostril to reduce the swelling
Causes of Foreign Objects in Nose
- Children
- Tumor
- Polyp
Do’s and Don’ts-Foreign Objects in Nose
- Keep small objects away from kids
Signs & Symptoms of Foreign Objects in Nose
- Foul smelling or bloody nasal discharge from only one nostril
- Difficult breathing through the affected nostril
- Irritation and tender and swollen nose.
Medical advice for Foreign Objects in Nose
- If you cannot easily remove the foreign object from the nose
Treatment for Foreign Objects in Nose
- Manual or surgical removal
Self-care for Foreign Objects in Nose
- Keep small objects and toys away from infants and toddlers
Investigations for Foreign Objects in Nose
