In most cases, patients who see us with objects stuck in their nostril are children.
Causes of Nasal Foreign Bodies:
The most common cause of foreign bodies being placed in the nose is voluntary—in other words, a young child was curious about putting a bead or rock in their nose, and it got stuck. Trauma is another possible cause, so it’s important to check the nose after a person falls or is struck in the face.
Symptoms of Nasal Foreign Bodies:
Difficulty breathing on one side of the nose, nasal bleeding, postnasal drip, sinus or nasal pain and pressure. A foul odor may be noticed by the parents.
Whenever possible, Dr. Davis removes the object in the office. In some younger children, a few minutes of sedation are required at a nearby operating room. Dr. Davis gently removes the object, sometimes with the assistance of a small endoscope. There is no downtime once the procedure is complete.
*Results may vary and are not guaranteed*