Can chronic rhinitis cause coughing?

Written by Li Rui
Otolaryngology
Updated on March 18, 2025
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Chronic rhinitis has a variety of symptoms. Some patients may experience coughing, which is mainly caused by the backflow of nasal discharge irritating the throat. Other common symptoms include nasal congestion, runny nose, reduced sense of smell, as well as possible headache and blood-tinged nasal mucus. After the condition of chronic rhinitis appears, it is necessary to visit an otolaryngology clinic. Diagnostic steps can include nasopharyngoscopy and routine blood tests, which help to clarify the specific severity of the condition. Some patients may also need a sinus CT scan to determine the presence of any sinus pathology. Once the condition is diagnosed, targeted treatment can be administered, commonly involving oral medications and nasal sprays. Regular follow-up is needed to monitor the effectiveness of the treatment.

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Can chronic rhinitis be completely cured?

Chronic rhinitis is a relatively common ENT disease with a high incidence among the population. Currently, treatment primarily focuses on controlling the condition and alleviating symptoms, and it is difficult to cure. Generally, it starts with a nasopharyngoscopy to assess the severity of the rhinitis. A sinus CT scan can also be performed to check for sinusitis. Oral medications are generally considered, and it is advisable to use them in conjunction with nasal sprays. During treatment, regular follow-ups are necessary, and nasal irrigation with saline can be used. Most patients generally stabilize within one to two weeks with standardized medication treatment. (Medication should be used under the guidance of a professional doctor.)

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Can chronic rhinitis be treated with surgery?

Some cases of chronic rhinitis can be treated surgically, but overall, surgery is not the first choice for treating rhinitis. For most patients with chronic rhinitis, conservative treatment is generally preferred, which may include oral medications, sprays, and consistent nasal cleansing. Generally, through these standard conservative treatments, most patients can experience significant control and relief of their rhinitis. If standard conservative drug treatments are ineffective, and there is significant turbinate hypertrophy affecting normal nasal ventilation, surgery can be considered. Currently, minimally invasive surgeries under endoscopy are primarily used. Overall, these surgeries are not highly traumatic and can effectively improve symptoms. However, it is difficult to guarantee a complete cure, whether through medication or surgery.

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Is medication effective for chronic rhinitis?

Most patients with chronic rhinitis find oral medications somewhat effective, but the specific effects and outcomes can vary from person to person. Some may experience good results, while others may find the effects not particularly satisfactory and may need to consider using nasal sprays or saline nasal irrigations. The main function is to improve nasal ventilation, alleviate nasal inflammation, and reduce or dilute nasal secretions. Overall, the primary approach to managing chronic rhinitis is controlling and alleviating the condition, as neither medical nor surgical treatments can cure it completely. The main strategy is regular check-ups, avoiding colds, avoiding irritants, and monitoring to control and relieve symptoms. (Please use medications under the guidance of a professional physician and do not medicate blindly.)

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Can chronic rhinitis be completely cured?

Chronic rhinitis is a relatively common otolaryngological disease with numerous clinical symptoms. Common symptoms include nasal congestion, reduced sense of smell, headache, dizziness, and sometimes nasal discharge may contain blood. In terms of treatment, oral medications and nasal sprays are commonly used, along with saline nasal irrigation. However, it is currently difficult to achieve a complete cure, and there are cases of recurrent attacks. Generally, during stable periods of the disease, regular check-ups are the main approach. If there is an acute attack of chronic rhinitis, targeted medication treatment should be considered. In daily life, saline nasal irrigation can be used, and it is advisable to avoid colds and refrain from eating spicy and irritating foods.

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How long should medicine be taken for chronic rhinitis?

Chronic rhinitis is a relatively common ENT disorder with a high incidence among the population. In terms of treatment, if the inflammatory reaction is mild and there are no obvious clinical symptoms, it can generally be considered to periodically re-examine without the immediate use of medication. However, if the condition of chronic rhinitis is severe and accompanied by symptoms such as nasal congestion, runny nose, and reduced sense of smell, targeted treatment should be considered. It is advisable to undergo nasopharyngoscopy and sinus CT scans to assess the severity of the condition. Most patients can consider oral medication treatments. In addition, nasal spray medications can be used in combination. During treatment, regular follow-ups are necessary to observe the effects, and the treatment period is generally about one to two weeks. (Specific medication use should be conducted under the guidance of a doctor.)