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Rhinitis is the medical term describing irritation and inflammation of some internal areas of the nose. The primary symptom of rhinitis is a runny nose. It is caused by chronic or acute inflammation of the mucous membrane of the nose due to viruses, bacteria or irritants. The inflammation results in the generating of excessive amounts of mucus producing a runny nose, nasal congestion and post-nasal drip. According to recent studies...


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Rhinitis is an inflammation of the lining of the nose and throat. Some common causes are dust, pollen and dander. The inflammation can cause a variety of symptoms such as...

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  • What is rhinitis?

    Rhinitis is an inflammation of the mucosa (delicate lining of the inner body surfaces) of nasal passages.

  • What causes Rhinitis?

    Rhinitis lasting less than six weeks is called acute rhinitis and persistent symptoms are called chronic rhinitis. Acute rhinitis is usually caused by infections of chemical irritations. Chronic rhinitis may ...

  • How is rhinitis treated?

    An over the counter antihistamine can be taken to reduce inflammation. Additionally, a nasal spray containing cromolyn sodium can be also be used to treat nasal inflammation caused by seasonal ...


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There is a difference between being allergic to something and the conditions that trigger it. Find out what triggers your allergies so you can avoid it.

Allergies are an abnormal response of the immune system where the body’s defenses react to a usually harmless substance in the environment, such as pollen, animal dander, or food. Almost anything can trigger an allergic reaction, which can range from mild and annoying to sudden and life-threatening. Here are 10 of the most common triggers.

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