Background
A 42-year-old Arizona resident experienced frequent nosebleeds every spring and fall. Despite taking over-the-counter antihistamines, her symptoms worsened during pollen-heavy seasons. She reported dryness, nasal irritation, and occasional headaches.
Challenge
The patient’s combination of seasonal allergies, low indoor humidity, and daily antihistamine use created the perfect storm for nasal dryness and blood vessel fragility, leading to frequent nosebleeds.
Assessment
Enticare’s ENT specialists conducted:
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Allergy testing (positive for dust mites and ragweed)
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Nasal endoscopy (to check for vessel fragility)
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Medication review (identifying drying side effects)
Treatment Plan
Enticare created a personalized management plan:
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Introduced a humidifier to maintain indoor humidity at 40–50%.
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Replaced oral antihistamines with a nasal steroid spray to reduce dryness.
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Recommended daily saline sprays for moisture balance.
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Suggested lifestyle changes such as regular dust control and limited outdoor exposure during high pollen counts.
Outcome
After four weeks, the patient reported:
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90% reduction in nosebleeds
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Fewer allergy flare-ups
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Improved nasal comfort and better sleep quality
Conclusion
This case highlights the importance of customized allergy and nasal care management, especially in dry climates like Arizona. Enticare’s approach balances allergy symptom control with nasal moisture maintenance for long-term comfort.