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Arizona Resident Discovers 26-Year-Old Lego Piece in Nose

Andi Norton, 32, finds relief from lifelong breathing issues after dislodging toy piece during a shower.

  • Andi Norton, who identifies as they/them, discovered a Lego piece in their nose that had been lodged there for 26 years.
  • The discovery was made while Norton was blowing their nose in the shower, following their doctor's advice to use steam to clear nasal passages.
  • Norton had experienced multiple breathing issues, including asthma and sleep apnea, which they now attribute to the lodged Lego piece.
  • The toy piece got stuck when Norton was six years old, and despite their mother's efforts, it remained unnoticed for decades.
  • Norton shared their experience on Instagram, expressing relief and amazement at finally being able to breathe freely.
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