There are many reasons why this symptom occurs, so there is no universal treatment. However, to reduce the severity of inflammation and reduce painful sensations, topical preparations are used.
Ointment for sore nose is an effective remedy that can have both antiviral, antibacterial and healing effects, reduce inflammation and reduce swelling.
Causes
Nose pain can be constant or intermittently when pressure is applied to the side of the nose. However, in any case, soreness indicates the presence of a pathological process, which can be caused by:
- Furuncles (bacterial inflammation of the hair follicle and nearby tissues), arising against the background of a general decrease in the protective functions of the body and contact with the nasal mucosa of pathogenic microorganisms.
- The herpes virus, present in an inactive state in the body of almost every adult, with a sharp decrease in immunity, can manifest itself in the form of painful vesicles, which are most often located on mucous membranes, including the nasal mucosa. Such formations, opening, can form bleeding wounds.
- Eczema in the nasal passages often occurs simultaneously with chronic rhinitis and sinusitis, accompanied by gonoal discharge, constant blowing out and frequent nose picking. The likelihood of injury to the mucous membrane, the appearance of microcracks, which constantly itch and itch, increases.
- Erysipelas occurs under the influence of streptococcal infection with a sharp decrease in the protective functions of the body. In this case, there is a strong reddening of the skin, accompanied by pain and the appearance of characteristic blisters.
- Neoplasms (benign, malignant) in the nasal cavity in the initial stages are similar to small sores that bleed and gradually increase in size.
- One of the reasons for the appearance of sores and itchy rashes in the nasal cavity can be allergies to dust, pollen, and pet hair. In this case, when wounds occur, a secondary bacterial infection may join.
General principles of treatment
Sores in the nose can be a sign of various pathological conditions in the human body, ranging from scratches on the mucous membrane and ending with such serious diseases as a tumor and syphilis. Therefore, the treatment in this case is selected depending on the cause of the disease. Therapy of complex pathological processes (tuberculosis, syphilis) should be carried out exclusively under the strict supervision of a specialist, while a simpler sore caused by drying out of the mucous membrane or damage as a result of scratching can be cured independently at home.
- First of all, you should get rid of the habit of frequently and unconsciously examining your nose with dirty hands or foreign objects.
- You should also take care of strengthening general and local immunity. It is possible to increase the protective functions of the body with the help of a balanced diet, hardening, regular physical activity, and taking special immunomodulatory drugs (Anaferon, Echinacea).
- Moisturizing the nasal mucosa is also an important factor in the prevention and treatment of nasal sores. To do this, use saline solutions for instillation into the nose and rinsing the nasal passages, alkaline mineral water (Borjomi) for inhalations.
Treatment with ointments
Along with general recommendations, the patient is often prescribed special ointments for the nose. There are many different nasal ointments that can be used to get rid of nasal sores.
Antibacterial ointments
Antibacterial ointments contain antibiotics in their composition and are prescribed in cases where a bacterial infection has become the cause of the ulcer in the nasal passage. Such funds reduce inflammation, preventing secondary accumulation of bacteria, reduce swelling, and restore nasal breathing.
In the case of a bacterial infection, it is not difficult to choose an ointment, because this group of drugs is represented by a large number of drugs, including classic remedies (Vishevsky ointment, Levomekol, Protargol, Zinc ointment with menthol, Tetracycline and Levomycetin ointment) and modern antiseptics (Miramistin, Bactroban).
In comparison with classic ointments, the most effective and universal are the funds that have appeared in recent years.
- The drug Bactroban is used for topical antimicrobial treatment, destroying bacteria and reducing the rate of their reproduction. This agent does not cause the development of resistant strains, therefore, can be used to treat recurrent rhinitis. Contraindication to use is individual intolerance to the components that make up the ointment.
- Antiseptic ointment Miramistin is indicated for the treatment of bacterial and viral infections. This drug does not exhibit systemic action and has almost no contraindications.
Antiviral agents
Antiviral ointments in the treatment of diseases of the nasal cavity are used when soreness occurs against the background of colds caused by respiratory infections, herpes virus, flu.
- Interferon-containing ointments are safe and effective treatments for nasal sores caused by viral infections. Interferon ointments, for example, such as Viferon and Infagel, have a pronounced immunostimulating effect, inhibit the reproduction and development of pathogenic microorganisms at different stages of the disease, and promote the production of antibodies to infection.
Important! Contraindications to the use of interferon ointments are: individual intolerance, serious diseases of the cardiovascular system, liver cirrhosis.
- Oxolinic ointment has a pronounced antiviral activity, blocks the reproduction and development of pathogenic microorganisms. The ointment is applied to the nasal mucosa with a cotton ball three times a day or before contact with a carrier of the infection.
- Antiherpetic ointments (Acyclovir, Grpevir) reduce the likelihood of the spread of the virus through the skin, the appearance of new painful vesicles, accelerate the formation of crusts and reduce pain in the acute phase of the disease.
Combined ointments
Ointments belonging to this group have an immunomodulating, decongestant, restorative, antihistamine, antiseptic effect, reduce inflammation and suppress the development of pathogenic microorganisms (Bepanten, Evamenol, Doctor Mom, Pinosol, Fleming's ointment, Sinoflan, hydrocortisone ointment, Triderm). Most often, the ointment is applied to the nasal mucosa in small portions with a finger or cotton wool three times a day. The duration of ointment therapy is usually five to ten days.
Important! Preparations containing menthol and eucalyptus are contraindicated in children under two years of age, as well as in persons with individual intolerance to the components of the drug.
Traditional medicine recipes
Traditional medicine recipes are often effective in the complex treatment of various diseases of the nasal cavity.If the established cause of the sore nose does not pose a direct threat to the life and health of the patient, then you can try to cure the unpleasant symptom with the help of self-prepared ointments.
- To eliminate dryness of the nasal mucosa and provide an antiseptic effect, you can prepare an ointment based on petroleum jelly (50 grams) with the addition of aloe juice (5 ml) and two or three drops of menthol and eucalyptus oils. The resulting product is applied to cotton turundas and placed alternately in each nasal passage for ten minutes.
- Also, to prevent drying out of the mucous membrane, as well as disinfect and eliminate dry crusts, use an ointment prepared on the basis of lanolin (40 grams) with the addition of olive oil (5 ml) and a few drops of calendula tincture.
Features of the treatment of children
When a child periodically has sores in his nose, it is necessary to find out the cause of this phenomenon. Most often, you need to pay attention to the child's bad habits (frequent picking in the nose), as well as assess the state of immunity. To alleviate the patient's condition, you can use medications in the form of ointments. How to smear when there is a sore in the nose? It can be:
- ointments to restore the integrity of the mucous membrane and tissues of the nasal cavity (Bepanten);
- ointments with an antibacterial effect for infections accompanied by the release of pus (Miramistin);
- ointments that reduce inflammation and have a disinfectant effect (Viferon).
Sores in the nose are unpleasant, but treatable. The primary role in the healing process is played by a correct and timely diagnosis. After all, this is the only way to find an effective treatment that will quickly relieve the patient of an unpleasant symptom.
