Rhinitis, Atrophic
A chronic inflammation in which the NASAL MUCOSA gradually changes from a functional to a non-functional lining without mucociliary clearance. It is often accompanied by degradation of the bony TURBINATES, and the foul-smelling mucus which forms a greenish crust (ozena).
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Tree Number(s): C08.460.799.649, C09.603.799.649
MeSH Unique ID: D012222
Entry Terms:
- Atrophic Rhinitides
- Atrophic Rhinitis
- Rhinitides, Atrophic
- Ozena
- Ozenas