Conchitis

/kɒŋˈkaɪtɪs/ noun

Definition

Inflammation of the concha, particularly the nasal concha in the nose.

Etymology

From 'concha' (the shell-shaped nasal structure) and '-itis' (inflammation). Medical terminology.

Kelly Says

Conchitis is why your nose can feel stuffy during allergies—the conchae (plural) are actually meant to swell slightly to filter air, but when they become inflamed from allergies or infection, they block breathing completely.

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