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Blocked nose

You might get a blocked nose when you have a virus, allergy, deviated septum or polyps. Learn how to treat it at home and when to see a doctor.

Runny nose

Runny nose, also called rhinorrhoea, can be caused by things like allergies, colds and flu. Learn how to treat and prevent a runny nose.

Turbinectomy

The inferior turbinates can sometimes become permanently enlarged and block your nose. Surgery should relieve your symptoms.

Vasculitis

Vasculitis is a group of disorders and is caused by inflammation of blood vessels. Read more about vasculitis types, symptoms and treatment options.

Benign prostate hypertrophy

Benign prostatic hypertrophy (BPH) is an enlarged prostate, which can happen as you get older. Read about the symptoms and treatment for BPH.

Erectile dysfunction medicines

Erectile dysfunction (impotence) medicines help males get and keep erections. Learn how they work, when to take them, and about side effects.

Deviated septum

A deviated septum is when the nasal septum (bone and cartilage in the nose) is crooked, affecting your breathing. Learn about symptoms and treatments.

Sinusitis (rhinosinusitis)

Sinusitis is inflammation of the hollow spaces in the skull behind and between the eyes, forehead and cheeks. Read more about symptoms and treatment.

Human parainfluenza viruses (HPIVs)

HPIVs infect the respiratory tract and have symptoms like a cold. They spread via coughs and sneezes. Children and immunocompromised are at higher risk.

Medicines for cold and flu

Learn about over-the-counter medicines that might help relieve cold and flu symptoms and when antiviral medicine may be helpful.

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