Rhinitis Network

Rhinitis is inflammation of the cells lining the nose resulting from the inhalation of an allergen. The symptoms include nasal obstruction, runny nose and sneezing. There are two types of Rhinitis, Allergic Rhinitis and Non-Allergic Rhinitis. Rhinitis is caused by an inflammation or irritation of the mucous membranes in the nasal passages. One of the most frequent causes of rhinitis is the common cold. Other causes of rhinitis include allergies or environmental irritants. The discomfort of rhinitis can interfere with daily activities.

People in United States and United Kingdom were suffered with the allergic rhinitis to be between 24-28%. In the U.S., the management of rhinitis accounts for nearly 3 percent of all physician visits with a direct cost estimated at 4.5 billion dollars annually. Perennial allergic rhinitis (PAR) condition is most common in people with allergies to allergens that are present all year. This was occurs people who are allergic to house dust mites or to their own pets tend to suffer no matter the season. Perennial non-allergic rhinitis (PNAR) was caused by things such as strong smells and irritants.