Natural treatments and remedies are an extremely effective way of relieving the symptoms of non-allergic rhinitis.
If you suffer from a congested and/or runny nose which is not caused by nasal allergies then you have the medical condition non-allergic rhinitis.
The linings of the nose become swollen due to inflammation. The mucus glands in the nose get stimulated, causing a congested, runny nose. Many things can trigger this nasal swelling such as;- environmental or occupational irritants – dust, smog, chemical fumes, second hand smoke or strong odours such as perfumes, weather changes – temperature or humidity changes, infections – A viral infection such as the cold or flu is a common cause. This type of non-allergic rhinitis usually clears up within a few weeks but can cause lingering mucus in the throat (post nasal drip). Sometimes this type of rhinitis can become chronic, causing ongoing discoloured nasal discharges, facial pain and tenderness (sinusitis), foods and beverages – hot or spicy food, beer, wine and other alcohol and food types can cause nasal inflammation, certain medications – non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAID’s) such as aspirin and ibuprofen and high blood pressure medications such as beta blockers. Sedatives, antidepressants, oral contraceptives and drugs used to treat erectile dysfunction can also cause it, hormone changes – Changes in hormones due to pregnancy, menstruation, oral contraceptive use or a hormonal condition called hypothyroidism, stress – emotional or physical stress, prolonged use of decongestant nasal drops or sprays – Using these for more than the recommended time (usually a few days) can cause more severe nasal congestion when the decongestant wears off, often called rebound congestion, certain health problems – A number of chronic health conditions can cause or worsen rhinitis such as asthma, lupus, cystic fibrosis etc.
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 nose sprays – These are extremely useful for moisturizing dry sinus passages, relieving nasal congestion and removing irritants that are causing the rhinitis. They come in two forms – isotonic and hypertonic solutions and it is important to find a saline nasal spray that is free from chemicals.
Sinus irrigation – The sinus can be irrigated with saline solution to flush out irritants and relieve nasal congestion. A neti-pot, syringe or similar apparatus is used to administer saline to the sinus cavities and can be very helpful at reducing rhinitis symptoms. Isotonic or hypertonic saline solutions can be used.
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.
Want to find out more about nasal sprays or natural nasal sprays, then visit Helen Miller at SinuSoothe’s website where she is always happy to help. Helen is a leading expert in her field and has helped many sinus sufferer’s.
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