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Dry Nose: Causes – Symptoms and Home Remedies

August 31, 2009

drynoseHave you ever suffered from itchy, dry and bleeding nose due to dryness? This condition is referred to as dry nose and is a result of dryness inside the nasal passage. This article will throw light on the various symptoms and causes of dry nose and will also provide simple ways by which this problem can be treated.

When your nose becomes dry, and also it starts cracking and bleeding, then it refers to the condition of dry nose. The condition of dry nose also leads to dry mouth and eyes. Apart from dryness, dry nose leads to a lot of discomfort, nose blockage and even pain.

There are various causes of dry nose, the most common being dry environmental conditions. Climatic conditions of high heat and low humidity are one of the main reasons for dry nose. Apart from environmental conditions, dry nose is also a side effect of drugs and certain medications.

After having looked at the various causes of dry nose, let’s look at some simple home remedies for it. Since dry nose is a result of dehydration and dryness, you must drink a lot of water and keep yourself hydrated. Fluid intake will help in preventing dryness of skin which in turn will prevent your nose from becoming internally dry.

Avoid exposure to harsh climatic conditions and thus avoid exposure to direct heat or cold. You should use a humidifier to avoid excessive dryness. If you are suffering from cold, then you must try to avoid blowing your nose severely as that might dry and harm the nose’s skin.

Apply a moisturizing cream around your nose to prevent or treat dryness. You should also check your medications to find out if your dry nose condition is a side effect of some medication. If so, you must consult your doctor for a change in medication or for an alternate solution.

Thus, given above are the various causes and symptoms of dry nose along with some simple home remedies for overcoming this problem.


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