what is the role of erectile tissue within the inferior nasal
Anatomically this area lies just anterior to the inferior turbinate. The dimensions of this area is governed by the size of the inferior turbinate and nasal septum. Inferior turbinate is an erectile tissue. Swelling of this structure has an important determining effect in the nasal resistance.
The first step in treating inferior turbinate hypertrophy is taking medications that reduce the inflammation in the nose. Nasal Steroid Sprays (Nasacort, Flonase, etc.) and Antihistamine Sprays (Astepro, Patanase, etc.). These sprays are great first-line medications with consistent benefit and little side effects.