Nasal Polyps 101

Nasal Polyps 101

This short yet descriptive video covers everything about nasal polyps including what they are, nasal polyps signs to look out for, how they are diagnosed and more.
Nasal Polyps are small growths that form in the nose. It is not uncommon for people to experience pain in their teeth or for some people to experience pain in the nose when they have nasal polyps. The pain in the nose may also be experienced as a pressure sensation in the nose.They can be a symptom of many different things, so it's important to get them evaluated by a doctor to determine what the actual cause is.

Nasal Polyps 101

0:00 Intro
0:10 What Are Nasal Polyps?
0:38 Are Nasal Polyps Painful?
0:59 Why do Nasal Polyps Develop?
1:25 What Are Nasal Polyp Signs & Symptoms?
1:57 How are Nasal Polyps Diagnosed?
2:27 How Do You Detect Nasal Polyps?
3:00 Additional Complications
3:07 Closing

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