COPING WITH CHRONIC RHINITIS
This inflammation of the inner nasal lining can last for more than four weeks.
Unlike acute rhinitis, chronic rhinitis lasts longer and is usually an allergic response to specific allergens, such as pollen, dust or pet hair – the body’s immune system overreacts to their presence. Airborne allergens – including pollen, mould, dust mites, pet hair and insect droppings – bind with immunoglobulin E (IgE) in the nose. The body releases histamine in defence but this results in allergic rhinitis symptoms. The seasons are relevant. Tree and flower pollens are commoner during spring; grasses and weeds
