Nose scab

Hi there ,
After finishing chemo last Summer i have been suffering with my nose :see_no_evil:
Hair has grown back about 3 inches now so my nose hair should have grown back. I seem to be having problems with scabs in my nose. I try not to pick but hard not to.
Any one have the same or advice how to treat to hopfully clear it

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Hi Mel1989
I am not a medic but wonder if you are getting nose infections due to lack of nasal hair? Naseptin is a nasal cream for nose infections but is only available on prescription so ask your GP or team if it would be suitable for you (some people are allergic to the ingredients)
I hope this helps x

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Hi Mel

I would definitely get some professional advice but could be that without the protective barrier of your nasal hair the skin in your nose is getting sore due to exposure to cold air / wind . Might be worth trying a little Vaseline or something on a cotton bud or asking at a Pharmacy for a recommendation of something suitable to apply. Ointment would soften the scabs as well and make it less tempting to pick at them .
Hope it clears up
Joanne

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Hi
I had Treatment in 2015 and I still have problems with one nostril.
Frequent scabbing but my hair grew back.

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