Foreign Body in Nose & Airway || Thrissur​

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Expert Care at RelentCare ENT Clinic, Kolazhy, Thrissur

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Foreign body (FB) inhalation or nasal insertion is a common but potentially serious medical emergency, particularly in young children. At RelentCare ENT Clinic, our specialists Dr. Salison Salim Panicker (ENT & Airway Specialist), Dr. Vidya Ramdas (ENT & Vertigo Specialist), and Dr. Aiswarya Thambi (Pulmonologist & Allergy Specialist) provide expert diagnosis, emergency care, and specialized treatments for inhaled and nasal foreign bodies.

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Why Choose Us?

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• Experienced ENT & Pulmonology Team

• Advanced Diagnostic & Removal Techniques

• Emergency & Outpatient Care Available

• Child-Friendly Approach

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Foreign Body in the Nose

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Children often insert small objects like beads, peanuts, toy parts, or paper into their nostrils. Symptoms may include:
✅ Difficulty breathing through one nostril
✅ Foul-smelling nasal discharge (often one-sided)
✅ Nosebleeds
✅ Irritation or pain

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Treatment

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Our specialists use endoscopic removal techniques to safely extract nasal foreign bodies. In some cases, sedation may be needed for young children.

 

Foreign Body in the Airway (Trachea/Bronchi)

 

Inhaled foreign bodies are life-threatening and require urgent medical attention. Most commonly affected are children under 4 years of age.

 

Symptoms Based on Location of the Foreign Body

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Larynx or Trachea:
🔴 Sudden choking, coughing, vomiting
🔴 Severe breathing difficulty & stridor
🔴 Cyanosis (blue discoloration)
🔴 Altered mental state

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Main Bronchus:
🟠 Persistent cough & wheezing
🟠 Shortness of breath
🟠 Fever, recurrent pneumonia
🟠 May appear normal initially, leading to delayed diagnosis

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Diagnosis & Investigations

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• Clinical examination by our ENT & Pulmonology team

• X-ray & airway assessment (though most foreign bodies are not visible on X-rays)

• Bronchoscopy for definitive diagnosis & removal

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Emergency & Treatment Approach

🔹 Immediate Stabilization: Oxygen, airway assessment
🔹 Foreign Body Removal: Laryngoscopy, Magill forceps, or bronchoscopy
🔹 Post-Removal Care: Observation for complications such as pneumonia

Our clinic is equipped to handle emergency airway foreign bodies, with referral support for complex cases if needed.

When to Visit RelentCare ENT Clinic?

If you suspect a foreign body in the nose or airway, seek immediate medical attention. Do not attempt home removal, as it may push the object further.

📅 Clinic Hours: Monday – Saturday: 9 AM – 6:30 PM
📍 Location: Poovany Junction, Kolazhy, Thrissur
📞 Call for Emergency Assistance: 9746351090

At RelentCare ENT Clinic, we prioritize your child’s safety with prompt, expert care.

Visit us today for expert ENT & Pulmonary Care!