Rhinitis
Rhinitis Causes
An increase in histamine causes this disorder mainly due to allergens. It is mainly caused by the inflammation of the mucous membrane in the nose. The most common causes are: food, emotional, occupational and hormonal reactions, anatomic defects, immunodeficiency diseases, ciliary dyskinesia and animal interactions.
Rhinitis Definition
Rhinitis is a condition describing the irritation and swelling of the inner part of the nose. This condition is also seen to affect the throat, eyes and ears. It is also associated with sleeping problems. Rhinitis can also be triggered by an allergy. There are two types: allergic and no-allergic rhinitis.
Rhinitis Diagnosis
Skin testing is used to check which allergens have an effect on the patients. This test is also called scratch testing or prick testing. This is because the skin is pricked or scratched and will come in contact with possible allergens. Allergens may also be injected just under the skin.
Rhinitis Symptoms and Signs
The primary symptom of rhinitis is a runny nose. The inflammation may also cause an overabundant production of muscus leading to nasal congestion and post-nasal drip.
Rhinitis Treatment
Rhinitis is usually managed by the use of certain medications like antihistamine pills and sprays, leukotriene antagonists, nasal corticosteroid sprays, decongestant pills or sprays and allergen immunotherapy.
Drugs used for treatment of Rhinitis
Allegra
Astelin
Dexamethasone
Periactin
Phenergan
Sinequan
Zyrtec