You might not even know they are there until they grow big enough to cause problems.
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How Do I Know If My Child Has Nasal Polyps?
Common symptoms of nasal polyps include:
Nasal polyps are more common in adults than children.
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They can grow in one or both nostrils.
They are also shaped like pears or grapes and typically grow in clusters.
What Doctor Diagnoses Nasal Polyps?
This tube is inserted into your child’s nose and sinuses to look for potential polyps.
Less commonly, more imaging might be required to diagnose nasal polyps.
This could include aCT (computed tomography) scanormagnetic resonance imaging (MRI).
Your child’s doctor might also prescribe oral steroid medications.
Infections are often treated with antibiotics.
However, these medications do not treat the nasal polyps themselves.
This procedure is performed using nasal endoscopythe same procedure used for diagnosis.
The polyps are then removed with tools such as graspers or amicrodebrider.
Unfortunately, it is very common for nasal polyps to grow back.
Breathing issues impact everything from energy levels to a good night’s sleep.
Be proactivetalk to your child’s doctor about treatment options and ways to reduce your child’s symptoms.
Frequently Asked Questions
No.
Nasal polyps do not go away without treatment.
If nasal polyps aren’t causing issues with breathing, they don’t have to be removed.
However, large or multiple polyps can cause progressive issues if they are not removed or treated with medication.
Nasal polyps don’t typically bleed but might bleed if they are irritated and inflamed.
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