Runny Nose
A runny nose is a very common symptom with many causes. The related medical terms are rhinitis (nose inflammation) and rhinorrhea (nasal discharge).
The most common causes are usually self-limiting, such as the common cold, although even this common condition may have complications (e.g. ear infection, sinusitis, pneumonia
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Causes
Common causes of a runny nose include:
- Common cold
- Upper respiratory tract infection (numerous types)
- Nasal foreign body
- Fume inhalation
- Nasal irritants (e.g. smoking)
- Allergies (allergic rhinitis)
- Pollen allergies
- Hay fever (seasonal allergic rhinitis)
Infectious Causes: There are various
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Causes of Runny Nose
Non-allergic rhinitis Not all cases of rhinitis are caused by an allergic reaction. Some cases are the result of:
- an infection, such as the common cold
- oversensitive blood vessels in the nose
- overuse of nasal decongestants
This type of rhinitis
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Causes List for Runny Nose
Possible causes of Runny Nose (or similar symptoms) may include:2
- Acute Bronchitis (blocked nose, runny nose)
- Acute alcohol sensitivity (stuffy nose)
- Adenoiditis (Nasal congestion)
- Airborne allergies (complication of rhinitis, rhinitis, runny nose, stuffy nose)
- Allergic Aspergillus sinusitis (Runny nose)
- Allergic Rhinitis (Postnasal drip, blocked nose, complication of rhinitis, nasal congestion ...
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References
- Source: NHS Choices UK: nhs.uk/ conditions/ allergic-rhinitis/
- Source: Algorithmically Generated List
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Note: This site is for informational purposes only and is not medical advice. See your doctor or other qualified medical professional for all your medical needs.