Rhinitis in English
When the seasons change, there’s a group of people who suffer: “rhinitis patients.” Surely, many of you know someone who frequently suffers from rhinitis. These people typically belong to the sensitive nose group. So, how do you express nasal sensitivity in English?
Nasal sensitivity, also known as nasal allergy, is medically referred to as allergic rhinitis or atopic rhinitis. It is also called hay fever or pollinosis. “Rhinitis” refers to inflammation of the nose, and there are two other translations: coryza and nasitis. In any case, none of these terms sound pleasant. Every time the weather cools or during seasonal changes, allergic rhinitis flares up. It is often accompanied by symptoms such as a stuffy nose, sneezing, a runny nose, and itchy eyes, which can make life quite uncomfortable.
In recent years, with PM2.5 levels off the charts and the increasing allergens in the air, combined with the fluctuating temperatures during seasonal changes, dry cold air mixed with smog particles, bacteria, car exhaust, plant fuzz, pollen, dust mites in rooms, fibers from clothing, and pet dander, all contribute to nasal sensitivity triggers. Additionally, without a habit of regularly cleaning the nasal passages, the nose must produce more mucus to trap more dust, foreign substances, and bacteria. Overworking the nose can lead to allergic discomfort and may even trigger sinusitis, nasal polyps, chronic headaches, and other symptoms, which can affect daily life and work.
In recent years, PM2.5 levels have soared, and the allergens in the air have been increasing. During seasonal transitions, the temperature often fluctuates, with dry, cold air mixed with smog particles, bacteria, car exhaust, plant fuzz, pollen, dust mites, clothing fibers, pet dander, and more—all becoming potential allergens. If we fail to clean our nasal passages in time, the nose will automatically produce more mucus to trap dust, foreign substances, and bacteria. Overworking the nose can lead to allergic discomfort and may cause sinusitis, nasal polyps, tracheal and bronchial asthma, allergic conjunctivitis, pharyngitis, otitis media, and more.
Nasal sensitivity is common in all age groups. It is said that one in every six people suffers from rhinitis. So, how can different levels of nasal sensitivity be treated?
For those with mild symptoms of nasal sensitivity, self-nasal irrigation and using a rhinitis spray can help improve the condition daily. For more severe cases, medication or treatment may be necessary, such as anti-allergic medicines, acupuncture, moxibustion, or some other Chinese patent medicine. Specific treatments should be followed according to medical advice. In any case, nasal sensitivity patients should try to avoid allergens as much as possible and improve their immunity to reduce the frequency of rhinitis.