Synonym(s)
Ozena; Rhinitis atrophicans cum foetore; Stinky nose
DefinitionThis section has been translated automatically.
Chron. Rhinitis of unclear etiology with a typical stench which the patients do not perceive due to anosmia. Klebsiella pneumoniae ozaenae (see below Klebsiella) is discussed as the triggering cause.
ClinicThis section has been translated automatically.
Green-yellowish bark formation perinasal, obstruction of nasal breathing, head pressure, difficulty swallowing.
LiteratureThis section has been translated automatically.
- Hildenbrand T et al (2011) Rhinitis sicca, dry nose and atrophic rhinitis: a review of the literature. Eur Arch Otorhinolaryngol 268:17-26.
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