Is chronic rhinitis serious?

Written by Zhang Jun
Otolaryngology
Updated on December 09, 2024
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Chronic rhinitis is very serious and can cause diffuse congestion, edema, and hyperplasia of the bilateral inferior turbinate mucosa in patients, leading to persistent bilateral nasal congestion. The condition progressively worsens, and the nasal cavity will also have mucous secretions. Prolonged hypoxia in patients can lead to dizziness, headaches, a decrease in the sense of smell, memory decline, and in severe cases, depression and irritability among other clinical symptoms. When examined with an electronic nasal endoscope, the surface of the bilateral turbinate mucosa may show mulberry-like changes, and the effect of vasoconstrictors is poor. In treating chronic rhinitis, conservative treatment can be adopted first, and nebulized inhalation treatment is effective. However, if conservative treatment is ineffective, bilateral partial inferior turbinate resection may be needed. After surgery, patients need to exercise and boost their immunity to avoid recurrent episodes.

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How to prevent seasonal rhinitis

Seasonal rhinitis, also known as allergic rhinitis with seasonal outbreaks, requires the identification of specific allergens for its prevention. This type of rhinitis is caused by allergies to seasonal factors, so it is necessary to visit an allergen testing center at an ENT (Ear, Nose, and Throat) department of a hospital to determine the specific allergens. Then, prior to the season, preventative measures can be taken to avoid contact with these allergens. Medications can be started one or two weeks in advance to alleviate the symptoms of rhinitis. Common medications include anti-allergy nasal steroids and other anti-allergy drugs such as antihistamines and leukotriene antagonists. Nasal steroids are typically administered via nasal spray once or twice a day, and during the prevention period, it can be sprayed once a day.

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Can chronic rhinitis be cured completely?

Chronic rhinitis is a relatively common otolaryngological disease, and there are many treatment methods available at present. However, existing medical measures mainly focus on controlling symptoms and alleviating the condition, and it is very difficult to achieve a complete cure. Most patients undergo treatment with oral medications and nasal sprays, after which symptoms generally tend to reduce and the degree of inflammatory response also declines. Nonetheless, a complete cure is still elusive; the main goal is to reduce the frequency of acute attacks of chronic rhinitis, relieve clinical symptoms, and prevent significant impact on daily life. Overall, it is considered a common chronic disease that does not pose a significant threat to overall health. (Please consult a professional physician for medication guidance and avoid self-medicating.)

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Child's rhinitis symptoms

Children's rhinitis is a relatively common ENT disease with various clinical symptoms. Common symptoms include nasal congestion, runny nose, loss of smell, headache, and dizziness. Some patients may also experience snoring and mouth breathing during sleep. For treatment, it is necessary to visit an ENT department to assess the extent of inflammation and type of rhinitis in the nasal cavity. Generally, treatment mainly consists of oral medications and nasal sprays, along with saline nasal irrigation, with a typical treatment period of about one to two weeks. After medication, regular follow-ups are needed to observe the recovery. (Medication should be used under the guidance of a professional doctor.)

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How many types of chronic rhinitis are there?

Chronic rhinitis can be clinically divided into chronic simple rhinitis, chronic hypertrophic rhinitis, and chronic allergic rhinitis, which are the most common types seen in clinical practice. Chronic simple rhinitis is often seen in children and generally occurs due to repeated acute rhinitis attacks or prolonged unresolved symptoms. Chronic hypertrophic rhinitis results from repeated simple rhinitis, causing bilateral turbinate mucosal diffuse congestion and hyperplasia with poor shrinkage effects. Chronic allergic rhinitis is caused by inhalation of certain allergens into the nasal cavity due to weakened immunity and resistance, leading to symptoms such as nasal congestion, runny nose, and sneezing. In terms of treatment, simple rhinitis can be effectively managed with medication. Chronic hypertrophic rhinitis may require partial turbinectomy of both sides for cure, while allergic rhinitis can be gradually improved by enhancing immunity and resistance.

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Does cold medicine treat rhinitis?

Colds are mainly caused by the infection of our upper respiratory tract by various pathogens, including viruses, bacteria, mycoplasma, etc. Rhinitis is usually related to infections, and a cold can trigger rhinitis. However, other factors, such as allergies or temperature changes, can also produce symptoms similar to a cold. Therefore, cold medicines often contain medications for treating rhinitis, so some patients experiencing rhinitis may find cold medicines to be effective. However, besides containing rhinitis medications, cold medicines also include fever reducers and vasoconstrictive cough suppressants. Thus, to treat rhinitis, it is still better to use proper rhinitis medications instead of substituting them with cold medicines. (Please use medication under the guidance of a doctor to avoid self-medication.)