What causes turbinate hypertrophy?
Enlarged turbinates are generally caused by acute and chronic inflammation. This condition is commonly seen in both acute and chronic rhinitis, as well as acute and chronic sinusitis. It occurs due to repeated inflammatory stimuli, causing the nasal turbinate mucosa to become congested, swollen, and hyperplastic. This leads to persistent worsening bilateral nasal congestion in patients. During an examination with an endoscope, significant congestion and swelling of the bilateral middle and lower turbinates can be observed. In terms of treatment, it is crucial for patients to first identify the cause of their condition. If the cause is acute or chronic rhinitis, symptomatic anti-inflammatory treatment should be initiated. Additionally, rinsing the nasal cavity with saline solution can be very effective. If the patient suffers from acute or chronic sinusitis, local surgical treatment may be necessary. As long as the inflammation is eliminated, the enlargement of the turbinates will gradually recover. It is also important to maintain a light diet, abstain from smoking and alcohol, and engage in regular exercise to restore the function of the nasal turbinate mucosa. (The use of medication should be conducted under the guidance of a professional doctor.)
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