Got A Runny Nose? Stop Chasing it Around!
Rhinorrhea is a general term that means different things to
different people. Basically, anyone that has runny nose will
also have a stuffy nose and excess mucus production that may run
down everywhere, including the back of the throat. Mucus can be
thin clear white or, in most cases, thick yellow or green. It is
annoying and it disturbs regular breath. It can also cause
sleeping disorders as a result of difficulty in breathing, or
coughing. Depending on the cause, rhinorrea may last a few
weeks or a few days. If the cause is not treated, it will
reoccur. Most common causes are virus infections like the simple
cold, allergic rinitis or nasal polyposis. Some other factors
can include medicines with a runny nose as a side effect, dust,
irritative chemicals and a dry environment. If these nasal
situations are treated, Rhinorrhea disapears. Unless you find
out what causes your nose to run and treat it, you will continue
chasing it. However you can relieve the symptoms by following
these simple steps: Always remember that your nose and its
nasal membranes are very sensitive. Many blood vessels exist
near the surface. So don't blow your nose too hard because this
can cause a nosebleed. Your Nose is also an entrance for
microbes and viruses to your body. Its warm environment is ideal
for their growth and spreading. Keep your nose clean and avoid
picking with dirty fingers. Blow your nose gently to a one use
clean tissue only. Blow each nostril separately. Don't blow both
nostrils together. This causes blocked wind to enter the ear and
cause barotraumas. Additionally, mucus can be transferred there
carrying the infection. Increase air humidity. A Dry
environment will further irritate the nose. You can use a
vaporizer or a humidifier. Eucalyptus steam inhalation can help
make mucus thinner thus removed easier by blowing. Use saline
nasal sprays to relieve your stuffy nose. These spays cause the
swollen tissues in the nose, that produce and hold the mucus, to
shrink. Thus, Mucus gets thinner and is easily blown away. Be
very careful with these sprays though, overdose can lead to
further irritation and even more problems. Do not overuse nasal
sprays, they are harmfull for the nasal membranes. Drink
plenty of fluids that will hydrate your organism and tone your
respiratory system. Staying hydrated keeps your postnasal mucus
thin and easier to blow away. Check to see if your rhinorrhea
is caused when you are near feathers, animal hair, dust, pollen,
certain flowers plants or trees. That is an indication that you
suffer from allergic rhinitis. Take precautions like avoiding
animal hair, keeping your house free of dust and using cotton
pillows and quilts. Avoid all sorts of irritants such us smoke
and chemicals. Treat your runny nose with care. Relieve from
symptoms and discover the cause of your rhinorrhea. Follow those
steps and you won't need to chase your nose around anymore.