Question 1

what does it mean when i blow my nose, mucus only come out one nostril? what does it mean when i fatigue?

Accepted Answer

Blow harder: Mucus should come out both nostrils. So blow harder unless you have polyps in your nose or something else blocking the sinus. Fatigue can accompany a viral infection like flu.

Question 2

thick nasal mucus - i have to blow my nose very hard to get the plug feeling out, it is commonly very thick, white (not clear). should i be concern?

Accepted Answer

Thick nasal mucus: Thick nasal mucus can be related to sinusitis, but not necessarily. If you have chronic allergies or recurrent infections you should consult a doctor who can identify if there is an opportunity to improve nasal inflammation with sprays or treat infection with antibiotics. You may benefit from good nasal hygiene as well which involves using salt water rinses to clear mucus and allergens.

Question 3

when i blow my nose, clear mucus with gray specks come out. why does this happen? i don't smoke. what is it?

Accepted Answer

Sinus infection?: See your doctor . Your symptoms may be from a sinus infection.

Question 4

why would there be blood in my mucus when i blow my nose?

Accepted Answer

Inflamed lining: There are a large amount of superficial blood vessels inside the nose and when the lining gets very irritated often there can be blood. You may have a sore or some other irritation in your nose that can be easily evaluated and treated by an ENT doctor.

Question 5

when i blow my nose some blood comes out with the mucus should i be worried? & what should i do to make it better?

Accepted Answer

Dry air: During the colder, winter months the air both outside and inside is drier. This can lead to dry, cracked mucous membranes. A little blood occasionally when blowing your nose is nothing to worry about. If you have regular nosebleeds you should see your doctor. Either way, a humidifier to keep your home around 50% humidity is recommended.

Question 6

the mucus when i blow my nose is thick and almost solid white. i'm not consuming dairy products.  what would cause this?

Accepted Answer

Infection.: The illness is most likely viral but could also be a bacterial infection. Needs to be checked out. The milky color has nothing to do with dairy products. See your doctor soon to get this treated the best.
Best wishes.

Question 7

why do i have clotted blood in my mucus when i blow my nose?

Accepted Answer

Several: Could be as simple as dryness, viral infection, allergy, blood thinners, bacterial infection, deviated septum, septal perforations, tumors etc.  Treatment depends on cause, so if 2-3 weeks of saline rinses followed by 3-4 drops of sesame oil 2-3 times daily don't help then see ent.

Question 8

my left nostril bleeds whenever i blow my nose.   so how do you suggest i get mucus out from deep within that nostril?

Accepted Answer

The cause: YOu need to find out why you have mucus in your nose and thus an allergist or ENT consult may be in order. If you have recurrent nosebleeds from the left side, a simple cauterization on the bleeding point by your doctor will likely solve the problem.

Question 9

everytime i blow my nose i get fair bit of blood mixed in with green mucus going on two weeks not sure what it could be could it be anything serious?

Accepted Answer

Sinus infection: You probably have sinusitis.  If you are a non-smoker then it is likely viral and you just have to wait for your body to clear the infection.  If you have pain in your face and teeth, fever over 101 or you feel it is getting worse then see your doctor.  You may need an antibiotic for a bacterial sinus infection.  In the meantime, use a nasal saline spray and OTC cold remedy such as Dayquil.

Question 10

i've had blood when i blow my nose sometimes, but i have a cold and hoarked up(from back of nose)thick mucus with streaks of blood.none since. cause?

Accepted Answer

Common.: Cold viruses cause inflammation and fragility of vessels in your upper airway.  Small streaks of blood in mucus are frequently seen in upper respiratory infections.  Frank blood is much less common. Persistent symptoms warrant attention.

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When i blow my nose, clear mucus with gray specks come out. why does this happen? i don't smoke. what is it?

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Why would there be blood in my mucus when i blow my nose?

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When i blow my nose some blood comes out with the mucus should i be worried? & what should i do to make it better?

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The mucus when i blow my nose is thick and almost solid white. i'm not consuming dairy products. what would cause this?

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Why do i have clotted blood in my mucus when i blow my nose?

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My left nostril bleeds whenever i blow my nose. so how do you suggest i get mucus out from deep within that nostril?

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Everytime i blow my nose i get fair bit of blood mixed in with green mucus going on two weeks not sure what it could be could it be anything serious?

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I've had blood when i blow my nose sometimes, but i have a cold and hoarked up(from back of nose)thick mucus with streaks of blood.none since. cause?

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