Effective Treatments To Relieve Rhinitis
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Effective Treatments To Relieve Rhinitis
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Treating non-allergic rhinitis with natural remedies is an extremely effective way of relieving the symptoms.
Where you don’t suffer from allergies but constantly have a blocked and/or runny nose, you have what is termed in the medical profession as ‘non-allergic rhinitis’.
Certain things can trigger the sinus passages to become inflamed which subsequently causes the symptoms of non-allergic rhinitis such as;- chemical fumes, smog, tobacco smoke, perfume odours, temperature and humidity changes, common cold virus, spicy food, beer and other types of alcohol, drugs such as beta blockers, anti-inflammatories, sedatives, oral contraceptives, using decongestant nasal sprays longer than the prescribed period, stress, pregnancy and other changes in hormone levels, hypothyroidism.
The symptoms include;- runny nose, nasal congestion and difficulty breathing, sinus/facial pain, sinus/facial tenderness, sinus/facial pressure, headaches, pain in teeth, pain in jaw, pain in ears, pain through and around eyes, fatigue, dizziness, drainage of a thick yellow or green discharge from the nose or down the back of the throat (post nasal drip), reduced sense of smell and taste, cough (which may be worse at night), nausea, sore throat and halitosis (bad breath), irritability, sleep disorders, anxiety and nervousness, chronic nose bleeds, perforated septum, dry/crusty nasal passages, rapid heart beat.
The following natural treatments have helped many non-allergic rhinitis sufferers and are extremely effective.
Nasal sprays (natural) – There are a variety of natural nasal sprays such as SinuSoothe, Sinus Buster and Sinol which are all effective for rhinitis. However probably the best of the lot is SinuSoothe, it is the most pleasant to use and offers a wider range of benefits. It even kills sinus infections. It is doctor recommended and contains clinically proven ingredients.
Saline sprays – Sterimar in particular is popular for relieving a blocked nose, removing sinus irritants and moisturizing dry/crusty nasal passages. Isotonic or hypertonic saline solutions are available and it is of prime importance to ensure the saline nasal spray does not contain harsh chemicals which may irritate your sinuses further.
Nasal irrigation – A neti pot is used to irrigate the sinuses with either an isotonic or hypertonic solution. An isotonic solution has the same salt concentration as your body. A hypertonic solution has a higher salt content and may be more useful at drawing moisture and mucous from the sinuses. This may help reduce inflammation and relieve nasal congestion. It is a good practice for keeping your sinuses clean and removing irritants. It is completely safe provided you use the correct saline solution.
Anti-histamines (natural) – These can be effective for some non-allergic rhinitis sufferer’s. Butterbur and stinging nettle in particular can be used in lieu of otc anti-histamines and have been clinically proven to be just as effective.
Reduce sinus inflammation – Natural anti-inflammatories can greatly reduce sinus inflammation and the associated rhinitis symptoms. Turmeric, ginger, omega oils and vitamin C are all excellent natural alternatives to ibuprofen etc. and are much safer. However still take the advice of your healthfood store and treat them with the respect they deserve.
Boosting immune system – It is well documented that boosting the immune system can regulate the body’s inflammatory response and may be useful for non-allergic rhinitis sufferers. Vitamins, diet, exercise, sleep and stress reduction all play an important role.
Avoid triggers – Whatever causes your rhinitis to flare up such as tobacco smoke etc. should be avoided wherever possible.
As with all medical conditions you should always consult your doctor before undertaking new treatments
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