Lots of people suffer from Allergic Rhinitis – but there isn’t a lot out there for sufferers. Our GPs and Specialists don’t really seem very enthusiastic about a subject which can make us miserable every day. Its just isn’t sexy enough.
Well, enough is enough. I say Rhinitis is sexy – or at least, its certainly something worth talking about. So I’ve set up this blog to share my experience of the condition (and the related conditions of eczema, asthma and hayfever) with other sufferers.
Join in. Share. Who knows where it will get us!
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I agree that rhinitis, in all its manifestations (e.g., allergic, vasomotor, drug-induced, atrophic), needs to be granted more attention by the medical field. It’s amazing how the various parts of our bodies are all interconnected and by treating the nose, you might also be preventing asthma or bronchitis as well. A resource, at http://emptynosesyndrome.blogspot.com, attempts to delve into the world of empty nose syndrome (which is also referred to as atrophic rhinitis). ENS is something that has received very little medical attention, given the potential seriousness of the condition. I think all your readers would do well to take a peek at this condition – and learn best strategies for treating it and other rhinitis conditions — from a patient’s perspective, no less
Comment by Chris Martin — 21 July 2007 @ 2:47 am |
Sorry, the link didn’t quite work, so here it is again: http://emptynosesyndrome.blogspot.com
Comment by Chris Martin — 21 July 2007 @ 2:49 am |
Thanks for the information, Chris.
Comment by spaniel — 29 July 2007 @ 11:18 am |
Take it easy, spaniel. I hope your rhinitis is under control.
Comment by Chris Martin — 4 August 2007 @ 3:17 am |
Hi spaniel,
I agree with you that Allergic Rhinitis is truly not sexy enough. I suffered for years without knowing what I was suffering from! Man, I thought I was having a cold almost everyday. I hope your Allergic Rhinitis is already under control. Take care!
Hi Chris,
Interesting read by the way =)
Kev
Comment by Kev — 24 November 2007 @ 8:19 am |
Hi! I’m vijay. I’m 24 years of age and suffering from allergic rhinitis for the past 5 years. I have been taking levo cetrizine(5mg daily at night) for almost 3 years now. I’m not able stop or decrease the medicine as the problem gets severe. I tried avoiding the allergens but in vain. It’s ok aslong as i take the medicine. But the problem is I ‘m suffering from disturbed sleep and depression. My ENT consultant says that it’s safe to take levo cetrizine for this long period of time and even more. What can i do? Shall I try homeopathy?
Comment by Vijay — 6 August 2008 @ 2:24 pm |
Hi all,
I have been to several doctors regarding a host of symptoms (dizziness, head aches, lethargy, fatigue,…. ) I am trying to cope up with every single day. After ruling out allergies through allergy test, very recently, an allergist diagnosed me with Non-Allergic/Vasomotor rhinitis. Here is a list of the symptoms I remember.
* Congestion/dizziness from temperature/humidity changes.
* Congestion/dizziness from perfume/fragrance, smoke, spicy food.
* Congestion/dizziness from changes in emotions, like stress, sexual arousal.
* Chronic light headedness.
* Unrefreshing sleep. (Feel more congestion when waking up in the morning.)
* Inconsistent sleep cycle
* Irritability, mood swings
* Lack of concentration.
* Head ache and congestion when trying to study. (…I know how strange it sounds but its very true)
I am TOTALLY DEVASTATED by this disease. I couldn’t find a job, failed in relationship, struggling to study……
So far, I have tried subscribed and OTC medication but to no avail. Tried Neti pot too. Most of the medications seem to relieve my symptoms for a while but eventually symptoms get worse.
Anyone who had breakthrough to cure or cope up with this nightmare??
Very much appriciated.
Comment by Grace — 4 June 2010 @ 9:46 pm |
Hi. I have the same problem for the past five years. Very disappointed with my GP when it comes to rhinitis. For about one year I tried antidepresants, with no effect whatsoever, for coping with all the symptoms and problems caused by the simple thing of not being able to breathe enough air.
Comment by Cristian — 6 July 2010 @ 6:28 pm |