The Ear, Nose, and Throat Department at HIU Hospital recently received and successfully treated a case of a nasal foreign body in a 6-year-old boy.
About 2 months earlier, the boy's mother happened to notice thick pus discharge in his left nasal cavity that persisted without improvement. Recognizing this as an unusual sign, the family brought the child in for examination.
Through initial examination and endoscopy, doctors discovered a foreign object, which was later identified as a stone measuring about 1x1cm, located in the front third of the left nasal cavity. The foreign object had been in the nasal cavity for a long time, causing inflammation and pus discharge.
Immediately afterward, the medical team safely removed the foreign object, minimizing damage to the nasal mucosa. Following the procedure, the child's condition stabilized.
Nasal Foreign Bodies in Young Children – What Parents Should Note
Children around 2 to 5 years old tend to put small objects such as food, seeds, toys, pebbles, and tissue paper into their noses. Therefore, parents should pay particular attention to prevention and the following handling guidance:
Avoid giving small-piece toys to very young children, as they may curiously put them in their mouth or nose, risking swallowing or inhalation.
Teach children not to put foreign objects into their nose, ears, or mouth.
If a child shows signs of persistent one-sided nasal discharge, take them for examination by an Ear, Nose, and Throat specialist.
Do not use tweezers or household items to try to remove a foreign object yourself.
The Ear, Nose, and Throat Department at HIU Hospital is always ready to receive and promptly treat cases of ear, nose, and throat foreign bodies, ensuring children's safety.