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When i lay on my side the nostril on the side im laying on blocks. for example; when i lay on my left side the left nostril blocks and vice versa. its been going on for years. what is wrong and how do i fix it?
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Blockage: This positional relationship may indicate the presence of nasal polyps. If this is a problem for you, an Otolaryngologist can evaluate and advise you. You will find out whether you have any nasal pathology or mucus drainage problems.
Answered 8/26/2019
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