Rhinitis
Rhinitis Causes, Symptoms, Solutions & Treatments
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It is an irritation and inflammation of the mucous membrane in the Nose. Also called Coryza it can lead to all types of nasal problems like stuffy nose and sneezing.
It affects between 10-30% of Adults and up to 40% of Children making it the 5th most Chronic Disease in the USA which there is no cure. Common types of Rhinitis is Allergic & Nonallergic.
Rhinitis Causes
The two main types of Rhinitis are Allergic and Nonallergic. Allergic Rhinitis causes are mainly from Allergens like Pollen (Hay Fever), Mold, Dust and Pet Dander (Skin & Salvia). Nonallergic Rhinitis are more stress, changes in environment, food, odors, smoke, perfume, alcohol, and certain medications.
Infectious Rhinitis Causes
This type of Rhinitis is caused by Viruses like Rhinoviruses, Coronavirus, and Influenza virus. Bacteria like Streptococcus Pneumonia, Moraxella Catarrhalis and Haemophilus Influenza are known to cause infectious Rhinitis.
Chronic Rhinitis
Rhinitis is considered chronic when it lasts more than 12 weeks. Long term rhinitis may lead to Sinusitis, Nasal polyps, and Ear Infections.
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Rhinitis Symptoms
These symptoms are for all types of Rhinitis:
- Stuffy Nose & Congestion
- Sneezing
- Postnasal Drip
- Runny & Itchy Nose
- Headache & Tiredness
- Itchy Throat, Eyes and Ears
- Ear Infections
- Breathing through the Mouth
- Clear drainage from Nose
- Snoring
Allergic Rhinitis Solutions
A high level of Allergens in the air like Bacteria, Dust Mites, Gaseous Pollutants, Mold Spores, Pet Dander, Pollen, Smoke & Viruses may cause Conditions like Asthma, Chronic Sinus Infections, Rhinitis and Respiratory Illnesses.
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Rhinitis Treatment
The main course of action in treating Rhinitis is using Antihistamines, Nose sprays and Decongestants (1). Like Sinusitis or Sinus Infections there is no cure for Rhinitis just treatment which are only so effective.
Conclusion
This is not a life threatening disease or condition but it can lower your quality of life if your battling it everyday. Unfortunately, between 10-30% of adults and up to 40% of children in the United States alone suffer from Rhinitis which is the 5th most common chronic disease. (2)
References
(1). Rhinitis – John Hopkins University - www.hopkinsmedicine.org/health/conditions-and-diseases/rhinitis
(2). In-Depth Review of Chronic Rhinitis - World Allergy Organization - www.worldallergy.org
Resources
• Nonallergic Rhinitis - Mayo Clinic - Symptoms and causes
• Chronic Rhinitis - Healthline - www.healthline.com/health/chronic-rhinitis
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A High Level of Airborne Allergens like Bacteria/Viruses, Dust Mites, Mold Spores, Pet Dander & Pollen can lead to Allergies, Asthma, Cold/Flu Viruses, Sinus Infections & Respiratory Illnesses.
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