How to care for allergic rhinitis
May 25, 2023
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Xu Gang
Introduction
Patients with allergic rhinitis should pay attention to improving their daily habits, rinsing the nasal cavity, and avoiding exposure to allergens. In addition to these care measures, they should also avoid contact with pets, drink plenty of water, and engage in appropriate exercise. It is recommended that, during severe allergic episodes, patients follow medical advice and use antihistamine medications such as cetirizine hydrochloride drops or loratadine tablets for treatment.
Generally, patients with allergic rhinitis should pay attention to improving their daily habits, cleaning the nasal cavity, and avoiding exposure to allergens. Specific recommendations are as follows:
1. Improve Daily Habits
People with allergic rhinitis are prone to allergic reactions. It is recommended to maintain a light diet in daily life and avoid spicy or strongly stimulating foods. Windows should be opened daily to ensure indoor air circulation. Regular exercise can help strengthen the immune system.
2. Clean the Nasal Cavity
Allergic rhinitis commonly causes symptoms such as nasal congestion, sneezing, and runny nose. Under medical guidance, appropriate medications should be used; for example, using isotonic seawater nasal spray to rinse the nasal cavity helps keep it moist and reduces irritation from dust and other particles.
3. Avoid Allergen Exposure
If specific allergens are identified, efforts should be made to minimize or avoid contact to prevent allergic reactions. For those allergic to dust mites or animal dander, maintaining personal hygiene, frequently changing clothes, and regularly washing bedding can help reduce mite growth. For individuals with pollen allergies, wearing a mask when going outdoors is advisable, and outdoor activities should be minimized during high pollen seasons.
In addition to the above measures, patients with allergic rhinitis should also avoid close contact with pets, drink plenty of water, and engage in moderate physical activity. When symptoms are severe, antihistamines should be taken as directed by a physician, such as cetirizine hydrochloride drops or loratadine tablets.
