ear, nose, and throat disorders
Rhinitis
Introduction
Rhinitis is inflammation and swelling of the mucous membrane of the nose, characterized by a runny nose and stuffiness and usually caused by the Common Cold or a Colds and allergies are the most common causes of rhinitis. Symptoms of rhinitis include a runny nose, sneezing, and stuffiness. Typically, the diagnosis is based on the symptoms. The various forms of rhinitis are treated in various ways, such as with antibiotics, antihistamines, surgery, desensitization injections (sometimes called allergy shots), and avoidance of irritants. Rhinitis is classified as Allergic Rhinitis or Rhinitis may be acute (short-lived) or chronic (long-standing). Acute rhinitis commonly results from viral infections but may also be a result of allergies, bacteria, or other causes. Chronic rhinitis usually occurs with Chronic sinusitis (chronic rhinosinusitis). 