What to do about itchy nose and sneezing after the Start of Autumn
Dec 04, 2022
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Xu Gang
Introduction
Itchy nose and sneezing after the "Start of Autumn" are usually caused by allergic rhinitis. Avoiding exposure to allergens is recommended, and outdoor activities should be reduced during windy, sandy, or hazy weather. Local treatments such as mometasone furoate nasal spray or fluticasone propionate nasal spray can be used. Oral antihistamines, including loratadine dispersible tablets or cetirizine hydrochloride tablets, may also be taken for treatment.
Itching and sneezing in the nose after the Start of Autumn are usually caused by allergic rhinitis. Symptoms can generally be improved by avoiding allergens, using local medications, or taking oral drugs.
1. Avoiding allergen exposure: After the Start of Autumn, windy and dusty weather becomes more common, and some regions may also experience smog, leading to decreased air quality. Inhaling dust, smog, or similar substances can irritate the nasal mucosa and trigger allergic rhinitis, resulting in an itchy nose and sneezing. It is recommended to avoid exposure to allergens and reduce outdoor activities during dusty or smoggy weather.
2. Local medication: For itching and sneezing caused by allergic rhinitis, patients may use intranasal corticosteroids such as mometasone furoate nasal spray or fluticasone propionate nasal spray under medical guidance.
3. Oral medication: If symptoms of nasal itching and sneezing after the Start of Autumn are severe, in addition to avoiding allergens and using local treatments, patients may follow a doctor's advice to take oral antihistamines such as loratadine dispersible tablets or cetirizine hydrochloride tablets.
In addition, immunotherapy or surgical treatment may also be considered for persistent nasal itching after the Start of Autumn. Patients are advised to seek timely medical evaluation and follow prescribed treatments.
