How to treat allergic rhinitis

Allergic rhinitis, commonly referred to as sensitive rhinitis, can generally be treated through allergen avoidance, proper diet, physical therapy, medication, and surgical treatment. Specific analyses are as follows:

1. Allergen Avoidance

Avoiding contact with and exposure to substances that trigger allergic reactions is a key step in managing allergic rhinitis. Common allergens include pollen, dust mites, pet dander, mold, and air pollutants.

2. Proper Diet

Diet should primarily consist of mild foods. Spicy, stimulating, heat-inducing, or fishy-smelling foods should be avoided, as they may worsen symptoms.

3. Physical Therapy

As allergic rhinitis is relatively difficult to cure, patients may benefit from physical therapies such as nasal irrigation using saline solution or traditional Chinese medicines. This helps the body gradually adapt to allergens and reduces disease recurrence.

4. Medication

Allergic rhinitis is a chronic reactive inflammation of the nasal mucosa caused by the body's allergic reaction upon exposure to allergens. Under medical guidance, antihistamines such as loratadine tablets or cetirizine hydrochloride capsules can be used to suppress allergic reactions and relieve symptoms.

5. Surgical Treatment

In patients with allergic rhinitis accompanied by abnormal nasal anatomical structures, symptoms—especially during seasonal changes—may become more pronounced, leading to sneezing and runny nose. In such cases, sphenopalatine ganglion block surgery may be performed for treatment.

If symptoms are severe, patients should seek timely medical attention to avoid delays in treatment.