Nose is an extremely important organ of the human body. The nose gives you a sense of smell and it helps you sleep. It also helps in cleaning and filtering air to remove germs and allergens. Do you know your nose can also tell if you have some serious health conditions?

According to a report by Science Alert, like many other parts of your body, examining the nose can help diagnose external skin conditions and internal diseases.

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Here are some health issues that can be diagnosed with the help of nose

  • Acne: The most common form of acne, acne vulgaris affects the nose. In this skin condition, the tiny glands get clogged, leading to open comedones (blackheads) and closed comedones (whiteheads).
  • Wolf’s nose (Sarcoidosis): It is an inflammatory disease that can affect any body’s tissues – mainly the lungs and lymph nodes. In this condition, the skin gets patches of bluish or purplish rashes, especially in regions like ears, the fingers and toes, and the nose. It is noteworthy that when sarcoidosis affects the nose, it’s known as lupus pernio.
  • Trigeminal trophic syndrome: Trigeminal trophic syndrome is a rare condition triggered by damage to the trigeminal nerve. According to a report by Science Alert, when the smaller nerve branches supplying the area of skin around the nostrils are damaged, sensation is affected. This nerve controls chewing but also gives sensation to the face. Moreover, repeated damage to the skin can cause ulcers to develop around the nostrils.
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