Rhinitis is the medical term describing irritation and inflammation of some internal areas of the nose. The primary symptom of rhinitis is a runny nose. It is caused by chronic or acute inflammation of the mucous membrane of the nose due to viruses, bacteria or irritants. The inflammation results in the generating of excessive amounts of mucus producing a runny nose, nasal congestion and post-nasal drip. According to recent studies completed in the United States, more than fifty million Americans are current sufferers. Rhinitis has also been found to adversely affect more than just the nose, throat, and eyes. It has been associated with sleeping problems, problems with the ears, and even been linked to learning problems.[1] Rhinitis is caused by an increase in histamine. This increase is likely caused by airborne allergens. These allergens may affect an individual's nose, throat, or eyes and cause an increase in fluid production within these areas.
There are two types of Rhinitis that the general population may suffer from: allergic rhinitis and nonallergic rhinitis. Rhinitis is considered IgE-mediated when the sufferer is classified as having allergic rhinitis.
Some of the most common causes that may bring about the presence of rhinitis include:
- Food Reactions
- Emotional
- Occupational
- Hormonal
- Anatomic Defects
- Immunodeficiency diseases
- Ciliary dyskinesia
- Animal Interraction
Treatment
The management of rhinitis is mainly medical. Treatment for seasonal rhinitis is only needed during the appropriate time of the year. Current treatments include:
- Antihistamine pills and sprays
- Nasal corticosteroid sprays
- Decongestant pills or sprays
- Saline irrigation of sinus cavities through the use of a neti pot or by other means
- Nasal obstruction in perennial rhinitis may be treated by surgery.
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