Nasal polyps and hypertrophic turbinates have fundamental differences. Firstly, these are two different types of diseases. Nasal polyps are neoplasms that grow within the nasal cavity, whereas hypertrophic turbinates are primarily caused by hyperplasia or thickening of the mucous membrane of the existing turbinates, which is not considered a neoplasm within the nasal cavity. The causes of nasal polyps are not particularly clear. Treatment primarily involves medication, but surgery may be considered if there are numerous polyps. Hypertrophic turbinates are mainly caused by proliferative inflammatory responses in the mucous membranes, and medication is generally considered for this condition. Overall, the effectiveness of medication is relatively certain, with only a small portion of patients requiring surgical intervention.