What you may notice
Symptoms can overlap with other conditions and vary between people.
- Facial pain or pressure
- Blocked nose
- Nasal discharge
- Reduced sense of smell
Understanding care
Clinical care may include assessment of symptom duration and discussion of treatment for the underlying cause. A qualified clinician decides which investigations and options fit the individual situation.
When to seek help
Seek review for persistent or worsening symptoms. Swelling around an eye, vision change, severe headache or significant systemic illness requires urgent care.
For severe breathing difficulty, collapse, suspected stroke, or another emergency, call local emergency services immediately. In India, call 112.
Read the medical sources
These sources support the educational article and offer more detail.
Prepared from the linked sources. This summary has not had an independent clinician review. A qualified clinician can assess symptoms and explain which information applies to you.
