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A nose fracture is a break in the bone or cartilage over the bridge, or in the sidewall or septum (structure that divides the nostrils) of the nose. Fracture…
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This article discusses first aid for a foreign object placed into the nose. Something stuck in the nose; Objects in the nose Curious young children may insert…
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Encephalocele is a condition in which the brain protrudes through a gap in the skull. This protrusion can happen anywhere at the base of the skull, from the…
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Rhinophyma is a large red-colored (ruddy) nose. The nose has a bulb shape. Bulbous nose; Nose - bulbous; Phymatous rosacea Rhinophyma was once thought to be…
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Transsphenoidal surgery is performed through the nose and sphenoid sinus to remove tumors from the pituitary gland and skull base, and it can be performed with…
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A stuffy or congested nose occurs when the tissues lining it become swollen. The swelling is due to inflamed blood vessels. The problem may also include nasal…
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A stuffy or congested nose occurs when the tissues lining the nose become swollen. The swelling is due to inflamed blood vessels. The problem may also include…
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A low nasal bridge is the flattening of the top part of the nose. Saddle nose Genetic diseases or infections may cause decreased growth of the bridge of nose.…
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Rhinoplasty is surgery to repair or reshape the nose. Cosmetic nose surgery; Nose job - rhinoplasty Rhinoplasty can be performed under local or general…
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Nasal polyps are soft, sac-like growths on the lining of the nose or sinuses. Nasal polyps can grow anywhere on the lining of the nose or the sinuses. They…
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Ethmoiditis is an infection or inflammation of the ethmoidal cells in the sinuses. These are the air-filled spaces behind the nose and between the eyes.…
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Cancer of the oropharynx refers to tumors arising from the mucosal lining of the mid-pharynx (throat). The pharynx is the tube that extends from the back of…
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Dysphagia is a swallowing disorder that is common among all age groups, especially the elderly. People with swallowing disorders experience difficulty passing…
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Broad nasal bridge is a widening of the top part of the nose. Broad nasal bridge can be a normal facial feature. However, it can also be associated with…
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A nasal mucosal biopsy is the removal of a small piece of tissue from the lining of the nose so that it can be checked for disease. Biopsy - nasal mucosa; Nose…
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Endoscopic skull base surgery is a multidisciplinary approach (typically involving neurosurgeons, otolaryngologists, and others) that consists of a group of…
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Lung cancer requires expert care. Our multidisciplinary team is here to help.
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Nasal endoscopy is a test to view the inside of the nose and sinuses to check for problems. Rhinoscopy The test takes about 1 to 5 minutes. Your health care…
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A polyp biopsy is a test that takes a sample of, or removes polyps (abnormal growths) for examination. Biopsy - polyps Polyps are growths of tissue that may be…
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Adenoid removal is surgery to take out the adenoid glands. The adenoid glands sit behind your nose above the roof of your mouth in the nasopharynx. Air passes…
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Rosacea is a chronic skin problem that makes your face turn red. It may also cause swelling and skin sores that look like acne. Acne rosacea The cause is not…
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A nasal septal hematoma is a collection of blood within the septum of the nose. The septum is the part of the nose between the nostrils. An injury disrupts the…
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Gastric culture is a test to check a child's stomach contents for the bacteria that cause tuberculosis (TB). A flexible tube is gently placed through the…
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A vein of Galen aneurysm is congenital malformation of blood vessels of the brain that occurs prior to birth. Specifically, it is a malformation that shunts…
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The adenoids are lymph tissues that sit in your upper airway between your nose and the back of your throat. They are similar to the tonsils. Enlarged adenoids…
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Perioral dermatitis is a skin disorder resembling acne or rosacea. In most cases, it involves tiny red bumps that form on the lower half of the face in the…
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UF Health Shands Hospital provides many services to care for pituitary tumor patients. We perform over 50 pituitary operations each year. Medical therapy for…
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Gavage tube - infants; OG - infants; NG - infants A feeding tube is a small, soft, plastic tube placed through the nose (NG) or mouth (OG) into the stomach.…
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Parainfluenza refers to a group of viruses that lead to upper and lower respiratory infections. Human parainfluenza virus; HPIVs There are four types of…
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Choanal atresia is a narrowing or blockage of the nasal airway by tissue. It is a congenital condition, meaning it is present at birth. The cause of choanal…
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A nosebleed is loss of blood from the tissue lining the nose. Bleeding most often occurs from one nostril only. Bleeding from the nose; Epistaxis Nosebleeds…
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Acrodysostosis is an extremely rare disorder that is present at birth (congenital). It leads to problems with the bones of the hands, feet, and nose, and…
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Cleft lip and palate are birth defects that affect the upper lip and the roof of the mouth. Cleft palate; Craniofacial defect There are many causes of cleft…
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Rhinitis is a condition that includes a runny nose, sneezing, and nasal stuffiness. When environmental allergies (such as hayfever) or a cold are not causing…
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Esophageal manometry is a test to measure how well the esophagus is working. Esophageal motility studies; Esophageal function studies During esophageal…
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Septoplasty is surgery performed to correct any problems in the nasal septum, the structure inside the nose that separates the nose into two chambers. Nasal…
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Juvenile angiofibroma is a noncancerous growth that causes bleeding in the nose and sinuses. It is most often seen in boys and young adult men. Nasal tumor;…
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Impaired smell is the partial or total loss or abnormal perception of the sense of smell. Loss of smell; Anosmia; Hyposmia; Parosmia; Dysosmia The loss of…
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Button batteries are tiny, round batteries. They are commonly used in watches and hearing aids. Children often swallow these batteries or put them up their…
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A blocked tear duct is a partial or complete blockage in the pathway that carries tears from the surface of the eye into the nose. Dacryostenosis; Blocked…
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The inside walls of the nose have 3 pairs of long thin bones covered with a layer of tissue that can expand. These bones are called nasal turbinates. Allergies…
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Hand-foot-mouth disease is a common viral infection that most often begins in the throat. Coxsackievirus infection; HFM disease Hand-foot-mouth disease (HFMD)…
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Poisoning can occur from swallowing plastic resin hardener. Resin hardener fumes may also be poisonous. This article is for information only. DO NOT use it to…
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Ammonium hydroxide is a colorless liquid chemical solution. It is in a class of substances called caustics. Ammonium hydroxide forms when ammonia dissolves in…
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Facial trauma is an injury of the face. It may include the facial bones such as the upper jaw bone (maxilla). Maxillofacial injury; Midface trauma; Facial…
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Meningiomas account for about 20-30% of primary brain tumors (i.e., tumors that originate in the head), and there are roughly 20,000 primary brain tumors…
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Plastic casting resins are liquid plastics, such as epoxy. Poisoning can occur from swallowing plastic casting resin. Resin fumes may also be poisonous. This…
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Congenital syphilis is a severe, disabling, and often life-threatening infection seen in infants whose mothers were infected with syphilis and not fully…
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Volcanic smog is also called vog. It forms when a volcano erupts and releases gases into the atmosphere. Volcanic smog can irritate the lungs and make existing…