What should I do about itchy eyes caused by rhinitis?
Dec 29, 2022
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Guo Xiheng
Introduction
Rhinitis can cause itchy eyes. Common types of rhinitis include simple rhinitis, allergic rhinitis, sinusitis, hypertrophic rhinitis (turbinate hypertrophy), and nasal polyps. Simple rhinitis may lead to nasal congestion and is recommended to be treated with Tongqiao Xingbi Granules. Ketoprofen tablets can be taken, or ketoprofen drops or auxiliary Shuliang drops may be used for treatment. For sinusitis, it is recommended to take Cang'ersi Rhinitis Capsules.
In daily life, some patients with rhinitis may experience itchy eyes, significantly affecting their everyday activities. So, what should be done about eye itching caused by rhinitis?
What to do about eye itching caused by rhinitis
Rhinitis can cause itchy eyes. Common types of rhinitis include simple rhinitis, allergic rhinitis, sinusitis, hypertrophic nasal turbinate (nasal polyps), and nasal polyps. Simple rhinitis may lead to nasal congestion, and treatment with Tongqiao Rhinitis Granules is recommended. Allergic rhinitis, the most common and difficult-to-treat type, can cause itching in the eyes, nose, and ears. Ketotifen tablets can be taken orally, or ketotifen eye drops or auxiliary Shuliang eye drops may be used for relief. For sinusitis, Cang'ersi Rhinitis Capsules and Herb Centipeda minima (Goose-not-eating-grass) are recommended. Avoid smoking and alcohol consumption in daily life, and wash your face with mild saline solution.
Treatment of rhinitis requires clear classification. Rhinitis can be categorized into simple rhinitis, chronic hypertrophic rhinitis, allergic rhinitis, and atrophic rhinitis. For simple rhinitis, topical use of Dafennsai spray for one week is effective; if necessary, laser or microwave therapy may also yield good results. For allergic rhinitis, topical application of budesonide nasal spray combined with auxiliary Shuliang nasal spray, along with oral medication, usually produces better outcomes. Chronic hypertrophic rhinitis often requires surgical partial resection of the inferior turbinate under general anesthesia via endoscopic sinus surgery. Atrophic rhinitis is treated with topical vitamin AD drops applied to the nasal cavity and physiological seawater nasal irrigation.
If you find that you have severe rhinitis, please seek timely medical examination and treatment at a hospital to avoid negative impacts on your daily life and overall health. We hope this information helps. Wishing you good health and happiness!
