Nasal Polyps Flashcards
1
Q
What are the common examination findings?
A
- Problems breathing through one nostril as seen on tuning form
- Changes in smell and taste
- Clear polyp on examination
2
Q
What are the investigations?
A
To finish the exam i would like to - full cranial nerve examination and refer to audiometry
By the bed - History, obs
Other - XRAY to see any destruction Refer to ENT urgently in unilateral as malignancy needs to be excluded
Scope to see up the nose
3
Q
What is the treatment?
A
Conservative - Exaplain what it is
Medical - Topical nasal steroids or systemic steroids
Surgical - Polypectomy
4
Q
What are the risk factors?
A
Association with
Asthma
CF
Aspirin
Malignancy
