Causes & Treatments for Sores In The Nose
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Excessive Use of Nasal Sprays
Nasal sprays are used to manage many symptoms, including allergies, colds, congestion, sneezing and runny noses, among others. If used excessively, these sprays may result in scabs or sores developing inside an individual's nose.
A drug called oxymetazoline is sometimes found in nasal sprays. This drug may relieve congestion by shrinking the blood vessels in the nose. Although they may work initially, the overuse of nasal sprays can lead to dryness and irritation, increasing the risk of sores in the nose.
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