Question 1

what does it mean when your nose is spreading?

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Nasal spreading: This term is most commonly used when a woman is pregnant, and the nose swells, giving it a wider, or "spreading" appearance.  This typically improves shortly after delivery.

Question 2

what does it mean if my nose always feel blocked?

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Uncertain: Reasons for blocked nose: sinusitis, alcohol, allergies, dry air, commons cold, deviated septum, decongestant nasal spray overuse, stress, tobacco smoke, hormonal changes, medication side effects, rhinitis (non-allergic), eating spicy foods, enlarged adenoids etc.

Question 3

i have a pain underneath my nose what does it mean?

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Number of things: This could be a number of things, including allergies, dry skin, or nerve irritation from prior injury. If it continues, suggest seeing ENT just to see if there are any topicals you can put on the skin just below your nose that may help. Best of luck and i hope this answer helps!

Question 4

what does it mean when u blow your nose and its green?

Accepted Answer

Possible infection: Green mucous is usually because of bacteria.  You may have an infection.  See your physician.

Question 5

what does it mean if i have a dark line across my nose?

Accepted Answer

Allergic Salute: We often call this the "allergic salute" because people with allergies are constantly rubbing their nose and sometimes it leads to differential tanning of the nose and nasal band. It can also be a more insidious issue but you should discuss this with your doctor.

Question 6

why is my nose cold to the touch? does it mean i'm healthy

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The temperature of: your nose has nothing to do with your overall health.  Your nose may feel cool to the touch b/c it sticks out from your face and radiates heat into the environment more than other parts of your body.  If your hands are warmer than your nose, this may increase the perception that your nose is cold. Also, blood flow to the outside of your nose is relatively scant, making it harder to keep warm.

Question 7

what is nasal resistance? is it the same as say, dioptries? i have a hypertophic nose. does that means mine is too big?

Accepted Answer

Air resistance: This would refer to air resistance in the nose. Hypertrophy doesn't mean the nose is too big. It means the inner lining of the nose is thickened or swollen. This is usually caused by allergy.

Question 8

what does it mean if my nose creates a whistle while breathing?

Accepted Answer

Narrow air passage: There is a narrowing of the airway causing a whistle sound

Question 9

the bridge of my nose keeps buzzing? what can this mean?

Accepted Answer

Something loose : Uneven airflow can cause the tissues of the nose to rattle and sound like buzzing. This would be the result of a deviated septum with or without swollen tissues caused by allergies or infection. Or it could be something loose in your nose like dried secretions, a foreign object, or broken nasal bones. An exam by an ENT doctor should answer the question pretty easily.

Question 10

what does it mean when you bleed from the nose when stressed?

Accepted Answer

Blood pressure: Increased blood pressure can lead to a nosebleed in people who easily get nosebleeds.

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