What causes pain at the tip of the nose?
Recently, the tip of my nose has been experiencing unexplained pain, which becomes more noticeable when pressed. There appears to be no wound or redness on the surface. I would like to know what might be causing this.
Doctor's answer (1)
Nasal tip pain can be caused by various factors, such as environmental influences, trauma, skin conditions, and nasal disorders.
Dry or cold environments and extreme weather conditions may irritate the nasal mucosa, causing pain. Trauma is a common cause of nasal tip pain, including insect bites, bumps, impacts, and pressure injuries, all of which may damage skin tissue and bone, leading to pain.
Skin problems such as dermatitis, acne, or folliculitis usually present with redness, swelling, tenderness, and possibly pus-filled bumps. Nasal disorders such as vestibulitis are also common causes of nasal tip pain. Nasal vestibulitis is associated with unhealthy lifestyle habits and bacterial infections. Dry, atrophic rhinitis may also cause nasal tip pain. The mucous glands of the nose and throat may atrophy, resulting in decreased nasal secretions, excessively thick mucus that is difficult to expel, sometimes containing blood or blood crusts, which can irritate the nasal tip and cause pain.
If physical discomfort occurs, it is recommended to seek medical attention at a hospital promptly and follow the doctor's instructions for treatment.
