Kuperan will work with you to find the best solution for your nasal and sinus symptoms. If this does not work, a highly specialized procedure called a vidian neurectomy can be performed to transect the nerve responsible for the excessive mucus production. For excessive clear mucus production from hyperactive nerve stimulation, or vasomotor rhinitis, an anticholinergic nasal spray can be effective. In cases where a cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) leak is suspected, a CT scan (x-ray) of the sinuses must be done to look for any small bony fractures or defects that are the source of the fluid leak. Patients with persistent rhinitis can benefit from a minimally invasive procedure called ClariFix®. If a sinus infection is the cause then he will treat the infection in order to resolve the nasal drip. Kuperan can use nasal endoscopy (looking inside the nose with a small camera) to better assess your nasal passages and sinuses.įor allergic causes of clear nasal drip, he may recommend a nasal steroid or antihistamine spray. If you suffer with severe nasal drip or a runny nose that is accompanied by other nasal or sinus symptoms, the key to effective treatment is determining the underlying cause.
Similarly, specific nasal sprays and antihistamines can be used, but always check with your doctor or pharmacist before taking any medicine while pregnant. For example, if you have itchy-watery eyes, there are certain eye drops that are approved for use during pregnancy. Persistent symptoms can be managed individually. This can provide relief and is a good solution during pregnancy. Search: Stop Post Nasal Drip Immediately. Using sterile salt water (saline) and a squirt bottle, spray solution into one nostril and let it drain out of the other nostril. Nasal irrigation is a drug-free technique to clear out air-borne allergens and mucus from blocked nostrils.
If your pregnancy rhinitis is triggered by a known allergen, you can try and avoid or limit your exposure. Symptoms may last for at least 6 weeks, but the good news is they usually disappear within 2 weeks after your baby's birth. While pregnancy rhinitis can occur at any time during pregnancy, it is most common during the first trimester.
If you have unexplained breathing problems, especially if they are severe and come on quickly, call triple zero (000) for an ambulance. If you feel you can't get enough air, your chest feels very tight, you are breathless or feel like you're being suffocated it might be a sign of a medical problem. Pregnancy rhinitis should not cause significant breathing problems. X-rays and blood tests are usually not required to diagnose pregnancy rhinitis. Pregnancy rhinitis should be distinguished from other conditions such as infections, and your doctor can do this during a routine visit. Smoking is associated with pregnancy rhinitis, and it's never too late for pregnant women – and their partners – to quit smoking.
It's not known exactly why rhinitis occurs more frequently in pregnancy, but some researchers suggest that the larger blood volume and hormonal influences increase the likelihood of rhinitis by 10 to 30%. Rhinitis in pregnancy may also have a non-allergic origin. In these circumstances, symptoms are triggered by one or more allergens that may be seasonal (such as, pollens, fungi or moulds) or perennial, or year-round, such as dust mites, pets or cockroaches. Women who are affected by allergies are likely to also experience similar symptoms during pregnancy. Rhinitis is an inflammation of the lining of the nose. While it might feel like you are getting a cold, pregnancy rhinitis is not associated with bacterial or viral infection and is therefore not contagious. Symptoms of pregnancy rhinitis are similar to those of allergic rhinitis ('hay fever') and include a runny, itchy or congested nose, sneezing and watery eyes.
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