Nosy Balasy

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Nosu Old English word from which theword NOSE is derived.

2 main functions:

1. It serves as the organ of smell and is

directly related to the sense of taste2. It is the primary passage for air into and

out of your lungs


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Video A

Video B
http://how%20the%20body%20works%20%20%20the%20olfactory%20pathway.avi/http://the%20sense%20of%20smell%2C%20cns.avi/http://the%20sense%20of%20smell%2C%20cns.avi/http://how%20the%20body%20works%20%20%20the%20olfactory%20pathway.avi/


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SAY WHAT?!

- inflammation of the nasal mucosa

Signs and Symptoms: increased nasal drainage (nasal drainage)Nasal congestion (clogged nose) leads toheadacheSneezingItchy nse, watery eyes


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ALLERGY INFECTION

CAUSE Allergen: dust,chemical fragrant,

food

Bacteria and virus

S/SX Same Same (exception:drainage is

greenish/yellowish)

DX Immunocap testSkin testing

CBCs

CBCsC/S test

Management Antihistamine/

desensitization

Supportive care for

viral, antibiotics


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Avoid:1. Irritating inhalants (strong perfumes, household

cleaning agents, smoke)2. Dusty materials (handkerchief)3. If caused by an infection: sneezing in public

Do not:1. Overuse topical sprays, inhalants2. Blow nose too frequently or too hard

Rest, proper diet

Consult your physician


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- inflammation ofone or more sinuses

- precipitated by

congestion from viralURTI or nasal allergy

Video C
http://sinusitis%20pathology%20%28para-nasal%20sinus%20anatomy%29.avi/http://sinusitis%20pathology%20%28para-nasal%20sinus%20anatomy%29.avi/http://www.obstructednose.com/onose_normal.html


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SIGNS

AND

SYMPTOMS

CHARACTERISTICS

PAIN - Stabbing oraching

CONGESTION - Clogged nose/stuffy nose

ANOSMIA{AH-NUZ-ME-UH}

-lack of smell

Red andedematous nasal

mucosa

-dissymmetry offacial features


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DO-Rest: Sleep is essential in strengthening the bodyin order to fight infection

DO-Water: Drink plenty of water, 8-10 glasses per day- this thins mucous, allowing it to drain easier

DON'T-Smoke: Smoking irritates respiratory tract,paralyzes cilia (hair-like structures that movemucous).

DO-Heat: Warm compresses applied to areas offacial pressure will relieve pain or hot showers andsteam may allow for drainage.


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DO- Decongestants: Both oral and nasalsprays will increase drainage and

provide some relief. Caution on usingproducts for more than 3-5 days - thismay cause a rebound effect whichmeans the body will over produce

mucous once the product isdiscontinued.


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DON'T-Take Chances: Listen to yourdoctor; follow the instructions that are

given to get the maximum benefitsavailable to you.


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DO-Vaporizers: Placing a hot mistvaporizer near your bed at night is very

beneficial in thinning out the mucous,thus helping in drainage. Caution shouldalways be taken to ensure that burns donot occur, especially with small children

in the household.


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Video D
http://slow%20motion%20sneezing.avi/http://slow%20motion%20sneezing.avi/


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