What to do with chronic rhinitis headaches?

Written by Li Rui
Otolaryngology
Updated on March 27, 2025
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Chronic rhinitis is a relatively common ENT disease with various clinical symptoms, the most common of which are nasal congestion, runny nose, and reduced sense of smell. Some patients may experience headaches. In such cases, it is necessary to visit an ENT department. Examinations like a sinus CT and head CT can be conducted to inspect the nasal cavity, sinuses, and to check for any intracranial lesions. If the issue is simply an inflammatory reaction, medication treatment can be chosen. Common treatments include oral medications and nasal sprays, and the nasal cavity can be rinsed with saline solution. During the treatment process, regular follow-up visits are necessary to monitor recovery, and most patients can recover smoothly within about a week. (Please use medication under the guidance of a doctor.)

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What symptoms does chronic rhinitis have?

Chronic rhinitis is a relatively common otolaryngological disease and is part of the chronic disease category. It has numerous clinical symptoms, with the more common ones being nasal congestion, runny nose, and sneezing. Some patients may also experience bloody nasal discharge, headaches, dizziness, reduced sense of smell, and memory decline. A few patients might snore during sleep due to poor nasal ventilation. In terms of treatment, most patients primarily receive pharmacological therapy, commonly using nasal sprays and oral medications. For a small number of patients who do not respond well to conservative medication treatment, surgical intervention might be considered. (Specific medication use should be conducted under the guidance of a doctor.)

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Can people with chronic rhinitis and chronic pharyngitis eat chicken?

Chronic rhinitis and chronic pharyngitis are chronic inflammatory diseases of the upper respiratory tract, which can be caused by either prolonged acute inflammation that has not healed or by various inappropriate chronic stimulations. Generally, patients with chronic rhinitis and chronic pharyngitis can eat chicken, which is clear. However, if the patient has allergic factors, such as an allergic constitution specifically allergic to chicken, then chicken should not be eaten. Regarding the consumption of chicken in the context of these chronic inflammations, it is important to consider appropriate cooking methods; it should be light. Spicy and stimulating cooking methods are not suitable for patients with chronic rhinitis and chronic pharyngitis. All in all, under normal circumstances, patients with chronic rhinitis and chronic pharyngitis can consume chicken, but in special cases, caution is necessary.

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What medicine is used for chronic rhinitis?

Chronic rhinitis refers to the chronic inflammation of the mucous membranes and submucosal layer inside the nasal cavity. It may be related to allergic states, bacterial infections, viral infections, environmental factors, and the dietary and lifestyle habits of the patient. In traditional Chinese medicine, it is considered a type of heat syndrome or a manifestation of having excessive internal heat. Therefore, it is important to avoid catching colds, avoid overexertion, and refrain from consuming spicy and irritating foods. One should also avoid smoking, drinking alcohol, and staying up late. Consuming some cooling foods that relieve heat and, under the guidance of a doctor or pharmacist, using some heat-clearing and detoxifying traditional Chinese medicines, as well as antihistamines and topical nasal corticosteroids, can be beneficial. Generally, with such treatment, rhinitis can be cured in about four weeks.

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How to normally regulate chronic rhinitis?

Chronic rhinitis is a relatively common otolaryngologic disease that requires attention in daily life. First, in terms of diet, it should be light, avoiding spicy and irritating foods and allergenic foods, which may affect the condition of rhinitis. Second, consider using saline or physiological seawater to rinse the nasal cavity, generally recommended to wash two to three times daily. This helps improve nasal ventilation and reduce the retention of nasal secretions. Third, it is necessary to regularly visit the otolaryngology outpatient department to check the changes in the condition and clarify the treatment effects. (Medication use should be conducted under the guidance of a professional doctor.)

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Symptoms of chronic rhinitis with bleeding

Chronic rhinitis accompanied by bleeding is a common clinical manifestation in otolaryngology. The causes of the symptoms mentioned primarily relate to damage to the nasal mucosa and rupture of capillaries due to inflammation, leading to bleeding. When experiencing nasal bleeding, patients should first apply a cold towel or ice pack to the affected nostril to constrict the capillaries, which can reduce or stop the bleeding. If the bleeding is severe, it can be controlled by packing the nostril with gauze or using petroleum jelly. In daily life, it is important to avoid getting chilled, picking the nose, and the onset of colds and other related symptoms, to prevent exacerbation of chronic rhinitis and further nasal bleeding.