Nostrils

Summary Information: Nostrils

Nostrils: The nostrils are paired structures located within the nose in the portion of the nose that protrudes from the face. They are separated by the nasal septum.

Conditions that can afflict the nostrils include nosebleed, nasal congestion, nasal polyps, nasal fractures, upper respiratory infections, respiratory allergies, smoking, and trauma.

Closely Related Organs: Nostrils

The following organs are closely related to the organ: Nostrils:

• Nasal cavity
• Nasal septum
• Olfactory receptor neurons
• Turbinates
• Mucus membranes
• Nasal cilia
• Nasal meati
• Sense of smell
• Oropharynx
• Sinuses
• Respiratory tract

Conditions Afflicting Organs: Nostrils

The following conditions are related to the organ: Nostrils:

• Deviated septum
• Nosebleed
• Nasal congestion
• Nasal polyps
• Nasal fractures
• Upper respiratory infections
• Respiratory allergies
• Smoking
• Trauma

Other Names: Nostrils

The following are other names for the organ: Nostrils:

• Nares

Sub Parts: Nostrils

The following list contains sub-parts of the organ: Nostrils:

• Nasal bones
• Nasal cartilage

Symptoms Related to Afflictions of: Nostrils

These symptoms are related to afflictions of the organ: Nostrils:

• Runny nose
• Post nasal drip
• Nasal deformity
• Nasal bruising or bleeding
• Nasal swelling
• Nasal pain
• Difficult breathing through nose
• Fever
• Sneezing
• Cough

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