What Should I Do If My Nose Hurts When Pinched?

There are various reasons for pain when pinching the nose, which may be due to inflammation of the nasal mucosa or nasal concha tissue. Disinfected cotton swabs dipped in iodophor can be used for antisepsis. When there is swelling and pain, hot compress can also be applied for relief. It may also be caused by sinusitis, in which case internal medication should be taken promptly, and external medication can also be used for improvement.

1. For inflammation of the nasal mucosa or nasal concha soft tissue, cotton swabs dipped in iodine can be used for local application and disinfection. Early stage may also involve applying a clean gauze with hot water for local hot compress. If the pain is severe, antibiotics such as amoxicillin (0.5g, 3 times a day) can be taken. Herbal medicine such as Niuhuang Jiedu Pian can also be prescribed. At the same time, it is important to drink plenty of water, and seek medical attention at a hospital if necessary.

2. For systemic treatment of sinusitis, as acute sinusitis is mostly caused by bacterial infections, penicillin and cephalosporins are the preferred drugs. To improve sinus drainage, commonly used drugs include 1% epinephrine nasal drops, which can contract the nasal cavity and improve drainage. For chronic sinusitis, vasoconstrictors can be used to contract the swollen nasal mucosa and facilitate sinus drainage. Antihistamines can also be used to relieve nasal pain and congestion.

3. Symptomatic treatment is essential to remove the inflammation in the nasal cavity and alleviate the pain. For general nasal pain, especially if it is felt inside the nasal cavity, simple methods such as applying ointments like erythromycin uniformly to the nasal cavity can help alleviate the symptoms. However, it is crucial to identify the underlying cause and provide targeted treatment for fundamental improvement.