Vasomotor rhinitis symptoms, treatment, and cure possibilities - all in one place - tips for choosing a hospital

In seasons like these when the temperature difference is large and cold winds blow,
It's common to suddenly have a runny nose or a stuffy nose.

 

There are people who get a runny nose when they eat spicy or hot food, right?

If it recurs, you should suspect vasomotor rhinitis.

 

In this article, we will discuss the symptoms, causes, and
Effective treatment and cure possibilities, as well as tips on choosing a hospital and treatment costs.

I'll summarize all the things you're curious about at once.

 

What is vasomotor rhinitis?

 

Vasomotor rhinitis may have an unfamiliar name, but
It is a common non-infectious chronic rhinitis, like allergic rhinitis.

Cold, humidity, stress, perfume, cigarette smoke, spicy food, etc.
When stimulated, the autonomic nervous system reacts excessively.
It is characterized by sudden worsening of runny nose or nasal congestion.

 

In particular, unlike allergic rhinitis, there is almost no sneezing or itchy eyes.
Symptoms of sudden, explosive bursts of clear nasal discharge frequently occur.

 

Symptoms of vasomotor rhinitis

 

The representative symptoms of vasomotor rhinitis are as follows.

 

- When I get exposed to cold wind, my nose runs clear.
- Frequent stuffy nose, especially in the morning
- Scratchy throat due to postnasal drip (mucus running down the back of the throat)
- Suddenly sensitive to smells
- If your nose is blocked, your sleep quality will be poor and you will have a headache.

 

If these symptoms repeat, it is not a simple cold.
It could be vasomotor rhinitis.

 

 

Causes of vasomotor rhinitis

 

The cause is not clearly known,
The most important thing is the abnormal reaction of the autonomic nervous system.

 

As blood vessels in the non-mucosal membrane react sensitively to stimulation,
When blood vessels dilate or do not contract properly
I easily get a stuffy nose or a runny nose.

 

Unlike allergic rhinitis,
No smell, temperature, humidity, etc. without allergens.
Symptoms may appear even with nonspecific stimuli.

 

Treatment of vasomotor rhinitis

 

Vasomotor rhinitis is difficult to cure, but
With consistent treatment and management, your quality of life can be significantly improved.

 

1. Drug treatment
- Steroid nasal spray: Reduces inflammation and relieves nasal congestion
- Anticholinergic spray (ipratropium): Suppresses runny nose
- Use antihistamines when necessary

 

2. Managing lifestyle habits
- Avoid cold and irritating smells
- Maintain indoor humidity (50-60%)
- Smoking and drinking are recommended

 

3. Surgical treatment
- Rhinoplasty, radiofrequency ablation, cryotherapy, etc.
- Consider when medication is ineffective or symptoms are severe
- Recently, there have been reports that posterior nasal nerve ablation is effective.

 

 

Is it possible to cure vasomotor rhinitis?

 

Unfortunately, the goal for this disease is control rather than cure.
However, if the symptoms are well controlled, there is no major disruption to daily life like a cold.
It can be done. Consistent treatment and lifestyle management are key.

 

Tips for choosing a hospital

 

Because vasomotor rhinitis can be difficult to diagnose,
It is a good idea to choose an ENT hospital based on the following criteria:

 

- A hospital with a lot of experience in diagnosing and treating rhinitis diseases
- Possession of diagnostic equipment such as nasal endoscopy and skin reaction test
- Hospitals where surgical and procedural treatment can be performed simultaneously
- Places with good treatment reviews

 

Rather than a place that just prescribes light medicine,
It is recommended to go to a hospital that accurately identifies the cause and provides customized treatment.

 

 

Treatment Costs and Reviews

 

- General treatment: Approximately 10,000 to 20,000 won (when health insurance is applied)
- Drug cost: Average 5,000 to 10,000 won
- Surgery and treatment (non-insurance): High frequency, cryotherapy, etc. cost hundreds of thousands to millions of won

 

If you look at the actual reviews
"I used to get a runny nose whenever I turned on the air conditioner, but now I feel really comfortable."
There are also many responses saying, "My quality of life has changed after the surgery."

However, there are individual differences, so don't be too impatient.
It is important to find direction through professional consultation.

 

finish

 

Vasomotor rhinitis is a common but little-known disease.
It is easy to confuse it with allergic rhinitis, but the treatment direction is different.
Accurate diagnosis and consistent treatment are key.

 

Don't just endure it,
If symptoms recur, visit a nearby ENT clinic.
Get a detailed examination.
Early management can lead to a much more comfortable life.

 

 

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