Prevention of Seasonal Rhinitis

Written by Xu Qing Tian
Otolaryngology
Updated on June 23, 2025
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Seasonal rhinitis is a common and frequently occurring disease in otolaryngology. The occurrence of seasonal rhinitis is related to the patient inhaling allergens in the air, with common episodes occurring in spring and autumn. This is due to allergens such as pollen and tree leaves floating in the air, thus triggering symptoms of rhinitis. When these symptoms appear, it is important to visit the hospital promptly for comprehensive allergy testing, routine blood tests, C-reactive protein tests, and other related examinations. At the same time, active use of antihistamines and leukotriene inhibitors to control the swelling of the nasal mucosa is recommended, and wearing a mask when going out and engaging in more physical exercise can help prevent the occurrence of rhinitis. (Please use medication under the guidance of a doctor)

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What are the symptoms of chronic rhinitis?

Chronic rhinitis is caused by recurrent acute rhinitis or prolonged unresolved nasal symptoms. Patients may experience bilateral nasal congestion, which alternates in severity; the congestion is usually less during physical activity during the day and more severe when resting at night. Additionally, the nasal cavity may produce mucous secretions, and when accompanied by bacterial infection, yellow secretions may appear. Patients may also experience headaches, dry mouth, and decreased memory among other related symptoms. During examination, congested and swollen nasal turbinates on both sides are evident, and the effectiveness of ephedrine in causing constriction is good. In treatment, patients can initially use nebulized inhalation to constrict the nasal turbinates and reduce nasal congestion. Regular physical exercise is also needed to restore the function of the nasal mucosa, leading to gradual improvement. If conservative treatment is ineffective, local surgical removal may be required for recovery. (Medication use must be conducted under the guidance of a doctor.)

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Does nasal irrigation work for chronic rhinitis?

Patients with chronic rhinitis can benefit from nasal irrigation as it is effective in treatment, and some patients may experience particularly good results. Nasal irrigation helps reduce the retention of secretions in the nasal cavity, improves clinical symptoms, and can also help reduce the likelihood of acute flare-ups of chronic rhinitis. However, the specific treatment outcomes can vary among individuals, and some patients may still need to combine the treatment with medications. Common medications include oral drugs and nasal spray medications. Following this comprehensive treatment approach, most patients will gradually see their condition controlled and alleviated. However, it is currently difficult to completely cure chronic rhinitis, as it tends to recur. (Please take medications under the guidance of a professional physician.)

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Can chronic rhinitis be cured?

Chronic rhinitis is curable. It results from the protraction of acute rhinitis or its recurrent flare-ups, leading to nasal symptoms. It causes bilateral nasal congestion which alternately changes. Nasal blockage is lighter during physical activities in the day and becomes worse at night when quiet. Additionally, the nasal passages may produce mucous secretions, and when accompanied by bacterial infections, yellow purulent secretions can occur. Upon examination, both sides of the nasal conchae mucosa can be found congested, edematous, hypertrophic, and thickened. In treating chronic rhinitis, nebulized inhalation therapy can first be used to alleviate local congestion and edema. At the same time, regular physical exercise is necessary to enhance immunity and restore the function of the nasal conchae mucosa, which can gradually improve the rhinitis. However, if chronic rhinitis recurrently flares up and conservative treatment is ineffective, local surgical removal might be needed. Removing part of the inferior turbinate can cure the condition.

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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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Chronic rhinitis headache symptoms

Chronic rhinitis is a relatively common clinical disease with various symptoms. Some patients may experience headaches, which are mainly caused by inflammatory reactions. It could also be due to poor ventilation in the nasal cavity, leading to headaches. Generally, it is accompanied by other symptoms such as nasal congestion, runny nose, reduced sense of smell, dizziness, and there might also be bloody nasal discharge or nasal drip. Therefore, upon noticing these symptoms, it is necessary to visit an otolaryngologist (ENT doctor) for relevant diagnostic tests to clarify the specific condition. Most patients can choose oral medications or nasal sprays for treatment and require regular follow-up to observe the effects. (Specific medications should be used under the guidance of a doctor.)