Studio discussion: causes of nasal problems including recurrent nosebleeds, hayfever and possible malignancy

In this episode of the Clinical Update podcast, MIMS Learning editor Pat Anderson and medical editor Dawn Liz Powell discuss common and less common presentations of nasal problems.

This podcast draws on the expertise of MIMS Learning’s professional clinical writers and speakers, to bring you key learning points on nasal problems.  Potential problems include loss of sense of smell, obstruction, discharge and pain, with a large variety of potential causes. Some patients, including older people and those of Chinese heritage, may be more at risk of malignancy.

Educational objectives

After listening to this podcast, healthcare professionals should be better able to: 

• Recall red flag symptoms associated with nose problems
• List causes of loss of sense of smell
• Recall management of nosebleeds and their possible causes
• Reflect on hayfever management and the role of immunotherapy
• Consider increased risk of malignancy in key patient groups

You can access the website version of this podcast, along with a list of key learning points, on MIMS Learning - and make notes for your appraisal. MIMS Learning offers hundreds of hours of CPD for healthcare professionals, along with a handy CPD organiser.

Please note: this podcast is presented by medical editors and discusses educational content written or presented by doctors, nurses and other healthcare professionals on the MIMS Learning website and at live events.

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