Ozaena J31.0

Author: Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer

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Last updated on: 27.03.2021

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Synonym(s)

Ozena; Rhinitis atrophicans cum foetore; Stinky nose

Definition
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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.

Clinical features
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Green-yellowish bark formation perinasal, obstruction of nasal breathing, head pressure, difficulty swallowing.

Literature
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  1. 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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Klebsiella;

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Last updated on: 27.03.2021