Question 1

2day i had two fillings done on the right upper side , now the outside of my left nostril is swollen and painful . is this just a coincidence ?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Most likely this is a coincidence as these two areas are not located adjacent to each other.

Question 2

my left nostril is swollen from inside and it has also caused swelling in my face and my mouth is also sour? how to treat it?

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You need to: See a doctor right away, because infection in the nose can spread easily to the brain.

Question 3

been coughing with a sore throat for about a week. now my left nostril is swollen and sore on the outside. ?

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See a doctor: Treat the symptoms with OTC medication . My advise see a doctor in case you need antibiotics for your sore throat

Question 4

my left nostril is always swollen inside?

Accepted Answer

Have it evaluated: You should have your physician examine the area to rule out a medical condition that can be treated.

Question 5

my left inside of my nostril is swollen why?

Accepted Answer

Possibly an infection.: If it's swollen and it hurts it is most likely a staph infection of the hair follicles inside your nostril. If there is no pain then it may be a benign cyst or some other process. An ENT doctor should be able to easily look inside your nose and tell.

Question 6

why is my left nostril kind of swollen and sore?

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Need more info: How long ago did this happen. Did you hurt yourself? Are you having a cold? You may watch and wait. If it does not get better in a week or so, see a doctor.
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Question 7

i have a wart in my right nostril on the left side.now in the same nostril on the other side its swollen with sores. should i be concerned?

Accepted Answer

Infection?: It sounds like you have an acute infection of some sort. If so, it is unrelated to the previous wart problem. "Swollen with sores" suggests staph, strep, herpes, or other infection that needs immediate treatment. See your doctor ASAP. (Also get the "wart" checked, especially if it hasn't been professionally diagnosed. Facial warts are rare, maybe something else.

Question 8

nose often feels blocked, esp on left side. when i look in it i see two big swollen 'lumps' in my left nostril that look quite red. what is this?

Accepted Answer

Nasal obstruction : You could have a variety of problems affecting your breathing through your nose. The 2 red lumps could be the inferior and middle turbinates, polyps in the nose, or other lesions. You also may have a deviated septum affecting breathing on the left side. See an ENT for exam and recommendations. You can be helped with this and should breathe better soon.

Question 9

i have two white bumps in my left nostril where all the hair is it doesn't hurt i can feel them when i flare and breathe but seems a little swollen?

Accepted Answer

Early: It may be the start of an infection.  Use warm compresses for a day or two and see if they resolve.  If it worsens, see your doctor.

Question 10

how to treat a red swollen middle nose septum. my left nostril middle nose septum is red & swollen so what should i do to treat this ?

Accepted Answer

Red, swollen septum: Greetings, your red swollen septum could be irritated from your allergies. Do you take medication? If not, over the counter antihistamines could help remove allergy and irritation. Does the nasal septum hurt to touch it? If so, this could've an infection and would need antibiotics quickly. See your ENT doctor to be sure.

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My left nostril is swollen

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2day i had two fillings done on the right upper side , now the outside of my left nostril is swollen and painful . is this just a coincidence ?

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My left nostril is swollen from inside and it has also caused swelling in my face and my mouth is also sour? how to treat it?

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Been coughing with a sore throat for about a week. now my left nostril is swollen and sore on the outside. ?

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My left nostril is always swollen inside?

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My left inside of my nostril is swollen why?

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Why is my left nostril kind of swollen and sore?

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I have a wart in my right nostril on the left side.now in the same nostril on the other side its swollen with sores. should i be concerned?

A member asked:

Nose often feels blocked, esp on left side. when i look in it i see two big swollen 'lumps' in my left nostril that look quite red. what is this?

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I have two white bumps in my left nostril where all the hair is it doesn't hurt i can feel them when i flare and breathe but seems a little swollen?

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How to treat a red swollen middle nose septum. my left nostril middle nose septum is red & swollen so what should i do to treat this ?

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