A blocked nose that interrupts your sleep. Sneezing that starts every morning. Sinus pressure that keeps coming back. These problems can wear you down, especially when the relief from treatment does not last.
Understanding the cause is the first step. Consult Dr. Md. Abdullah Al Mamun in Dhaka for advice on nasal allergies, sinus problems, nosebleeds and treatment options—including surgery when needed.
If you often wake up sneezing or have an itchy, runny nose, an allergy may be behind it. Allergic rhinitis can also leave your nose feeling blocked, even when you do not have a cold.
Treatment focuses on identifying triggers and controlling inflammation. Depending on your symptoms, this may include reducing exposure to allergens, antihistamines or prescribed nasal sprays. Knowing how and when to use your treatment matters too.
Sinusitis can cause a blocked nose, nasal discharge, facial pressure and a reduced sense of smell. Some episodes settle after a cold, while others persist or keep returning.
Treatment depends on the cause and how long symptoms have lasted. Not every sinus problem needs antibiotics, and a “sinus headache” is not always caused by sinusitis. An examination helps avoid treating the wrong problem.
An occasional nosebleed may come from dryness or irritation. Frequent bleeding deserves an assessment to find the source and decide whether treatment, such as cauterisation, is needed.
If your nose starts bleeding, sit upright, lean forward and pinch the soft part of your nose continuously for 10–15 minutes. Do not tilt your head back.
Seek urgent care if bleeding continues despite this pressure, is heavy, or comes with dizziness or difficulty breathing.
Different operations address different causes of blockage. The right choice depends on what is happening inside your nose and whether other treatment has helped.
The septum is the wall separating the two sides of your nose. When it is significantly bent, it can restrict airflow.
Septoplasty straightens this partition to improve breathing. It may be considered when the blockage continues despite appropriate treatment. Not everyone with a deviated septum needs surgery.
For some people with persistent sinusitis or nasal polyps, medication alone does not provide enough relief.
Endoscopic sinus surgery uses a small camera and instruments through the nostrils to open blocked sinus pathways and remove obstructing tissue where needed. It can improve drainage and help nasal treatments reach the sinuses more effectively. Ongoing treatment may still be needed to control inflammation.
Turbinates are structures inside your nose that warm and moisten the air you breathe. When enlarged, they can make your nose feel constantly blocked.
Turbinoplasty reduces their size while aiming to preserve their normal function. It may help when appropriate medication has not relieved the obstruction, sometimes alongside septoplasty.
Not necessarily. Many nasal problems can be assessed through your symptoms and an examination. Nasal endoscopy or a CT scan may be recommended for persistent symptoms, suspected complications or surgical planning.
Yes. Surgery can improve drainage, but underlying inflammation and nasal polyps can return. Follow-up appointments and prescribed treatment remain important, even when you feel better.
Ask what the operation is expected to improve, what alternatives you have and how long recovery may take. Discuss risks too, including bleeding, infection and procedure-specific complications. Sinus surgery also carries rare risks involving the eyes or the fluid surrounding the brain.
Bring any previous reports and the names of sprays or medicines you have tried. Explain when your symptoms are worst and how they affect your sleep or daily routine.
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