Blocked Nose When Lying Down
Common causes include allergic rhinitis, turbinate swelling, sinus inflammation, reflux, and structural issues like deviated septum.
- Red flags: severe facial swelling, vision changes, high fever, uncontrolled bleeding.
- Helpful notes: track triggers (dust, pets, haze), duration, and response to medications.
Ear Pain & Ear Infection
Ear pain may be infection, wax, pressure changes, or referred pain from throat/teeth. Proper examination is important before antibiotics.
- Red flags: sudden hearing loss, swelling behind ear, severe dizziness, severe headache.
- Do not: insert objects into the ear canal.
Child Snoring
Persistent snoring can be linked to enlarged tonsils/adenoids and may affect sleep quality and daytime behavior.
- Watch for: mouth breathing, restless sleep, pauses in breathing, daytime sleepiness.
Vertigo vs Stroke Warning Signs
Many vertigo cases are from inner ear causes (e.g., BPPV), but some dizziness can be neurological. Screening is essential.
- Seek urgent care: weakness, facial droop, speech issues, severe headache, fainting.