In humans, the nose plays an important role in signaling health. The appearance of the nose, the irritation in it, all these can indicate a disease developing inside the body. Persistent blockage in the nose, the experience of strange smells, or a change in shape indicate that there is a problem somewhere. ScienceAlert According to him, health can be determined by examining the snout of the nose, i.e., the protruding part.
According to Dan Baumgard, Senior Lecturer at the School of Physiology, Pharmacology and Neuroscience at the University of Bristol, there are many signs in and around the nose that you should not ignore. Let us know what these signs are.
Acne
Acne on the nose is a sign. The most common is acne vulgaris which can cause blackheads and whiteheads on the nose. It can be filled with pus. A skin disease called rosacea can cause a red rash on the cheeks and nose, or even blood vessels become visible. In more severe cases, rhinophyma can also occur.
Wolf’s nose
Wolf’s nose can cause sarcoidosis, an inflammatory condition. It can cause blue or purple rashes on cold parts of the body, such as the nose.
Trigeminal trophic syndrome
Trigeminal trophic syndrome is a rare condition that occurs when the trigeminal nerve is damaged. Damage to the nerves around the nostrils can cause numbness or a stinging sensation in the nostrils. This can cause the skin to peel off repeatedly and wounds may form. Therefore, one should pay attention to the signs appearing on the nose.
