Noncancerous, teardrop-shaped, and soft growth in the nose or the sinuses are known as nasal polyps. When they grow in size, their appearance resembles more like peeled grapes. When nasal polyps are small, they do not cause any symptoms or require treatment. But the larger ones can cause blockage in the sinuses, leading to several symptoms.

Read on to know some risk factors and early signs of nasal polyps.

Risk factors of nasal polyps
Several risk factors contribute to the development of nasal polyps.

1. Underlying conditions
Inflammation of tissues and other underlying conditions can increase the chances of a person developing nasal polyps. The inflammation of the sinus and nose is caused by chronic rhinosinusitis. In addition to this, several other medical conditions like asthma, sensitivity to Aspirin, cystic fibrosis, and chronic sinus infections can increase the risk of nasal polyps.

2. Genes
It is believed that genes play a role in the immune and inflammatory responses can increase the risk of nasal polyps. So, if someone in the family has nasal polyps, then it can increase your chances of developing the condition. 

Early signs of nasal polyps
A person can have one polyp or a cluster of several nasal polyps. If these polyps are small and less in number, they do not cause any problem. But if they grow in number or size, they can start causing a blockage. So, before they grow in number or size, you must identify the problem and get treatment. Knowing early signs of nasal polyps can prevent aggravating the condition. Read on to know more.

1. Inhaling from the mouth
Any blockage in the nasal passage can lead to inhalation through the mouth. If you have been inhaling from your mouth for a long duration and it is not because of a cold, nasal polyp could be the reason. Make sure you do not ignore this sign.

2. Gooiness of the nostril area
If you have been experiencing gooiness in the nostrils without any plausible cause, it could be because of nasal polyps. Due to hypersensitivity, the nostrils can become gooey. But it can also lead to enlargement of the nasal polyps.

3. Chronic stuffy nose
Nasal polyps cause blockage in the nasal passage. It is because of this blockage that you can feel that your nose is stuffed all the time. Nasal polyps can affect both the nostrils.