Condition
Ozena
Andrey Nailor, M.D.Published 29 April 20051 min read
Key points
- Ozena is a disease of the nose characterized by a wasting away of the bony ridges and mucous membranes inside the nose along with nasal crusting, discharge, and a very bad smell (often present in various forms of rhinitis).
- Ozena may occur following prolonged nasal swelling.
Definition
Ozena is a disease of the nose characterized by a wasting away of the bony ridges and mucous membranes inside the nose along with nasal crusting, discharge, and a very bad smell (often present in various forms of rhinitis). Ozena may occur following prolonged nasal swelling.
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Andrey Nailor, M.D.
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