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Was taking flonase/patanase - blood in mucus so stopped. blood still deep in nostril ~3 weeks later, but no nosebleed. is this normal?

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Dr. John Chiu answered

Uncertain: If there was a blood clot, it may stay until you remove it. Try saline irrigation to see if this helps.

Dr Iwata agreed

Answered 3/15/2014

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A member asked:

Was taking flonase/patanase - blood in mucus so stopped. blood still deep in nostril ~3 weeks later, but no nosebleed. is this normal?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. John Chiu answered

Dr Iwata agreed

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