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All you need to know about “Sensitive Nose” (Rhinitis)

Rhinitis is the medical term for “Sensitive Nose”. It refers to inflammation of the nasal cavity. Rhinitis is a common condition, affecting almost 10% to 30% of the population worldwide. Some people may trivialise the significance of Rhinitis but numerous studies have shown that it has significant socioeconomic cost, adversely affects quality of life of the patients, work productivity and may worsen symptoms in patients with Asthma. In fact, Asthma and Rhinitis often co-exist, with approximately 80% of patients with Asthma suffering from Rhinitis and about 20-50% of patients with Rhinitis have concomitant Asthma.

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 Rhinitis - A Western Medical Perspective

The source of nasal inflammation in Western medicine is traditionally divided between allergic and non-allergic sources. Nasal allergies are caused by triggers (allergens) including pollen, dust, or animal dander.

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Allergic vs Non-Allergic Rhinitis

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Hand Me a Tissue: Rhinitis in the Geriatric Population

Geriatric rhinitis is a broad term used to signify rhinitis due to age related changes. These changes lead to persistent mucus, postnasal drip, chronic cough, nasal obstruction and dryness. Patients may also complain of the need to clear the throat frequently. Many medications commonly prescribed in the geriatric population are known to induce rhinitis.

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Management of Rhinitis: Allergic and Non-Allergic

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Rhinitis: 2 Types & How to Treat Rhinitis

Allergic rhinitis, also called “allergies” or “hay fever,” is an exaggerated response by the immune system to an otherwise harmless trigger, called an allergen. Sneezing while cleaning a dusty room or when outdoors in the spring are common examples of an allergic reaction. Nonallergic rhinitis, however, doesn’t involve the immune system. Fragrances, cigarette smoke, and windy or cold weather are just a few causes of nonallergic rhinitis.

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Rhinitis is defined as inflammation of the nasal mucous membranes. Rhinitis presents as nasal congestion, sneezing, itching, rhinorrhea, and postnasal drainage; it can be divided into allergic and nonallergic rhinitis. Mixed rhinitis has components of both allergic and nonallergic disease.