During the 8 AM subway rush, your nose suddenly drips. Though crammed in the crowd, you contort your arm to dig for tissues. In a drowsy afternoon meeting, as your boss asks a question, an itch strikes—you sneeze six times, avoiding eye contact. On a dinner date with your dream girl, relentless nose-rubbing ruins the moment. Snot, sneezes, itching… Must rhinitis steal your adult dignity?
Doctor: Try the "Rhinitis Shot"!
What Is the "Rhinitis Shot"?
The "rhinitis shot" refers to
nerve block therapy, commonly targeting the
stellate ganglion or
sphenopalatine ganglion (SPG).
By blocking nerve signals, it temporarily reduces nasal mucosa sensitivity to irritants (e.g., pollen, temperature shifts), alleviating sneezing, runny nose, and itching for stable breathing.
As techniques evolve, the rhinitis shot now reaches
Version 3.0!
1.0: Stellate Ganglion Block (SGB)
Local anesthetic is injected near the stellate ganglion, regulating the autonomic, endocrine, and immune systems. Typically administered daily or every other day for 10 sessions, effects are brief.
Primarily used for pain/non-pain conditions in pain clinics—often seen as neck injections.
2.0: Sphenopalatine Ganglion Block (SPG)
Targeting the SPG (key to nasal sensation/secretion), injections in the cheek reduce allergy symptoms for ~1 week. However, deep needle placement risks discomfort and complications.
3.0: Endoscopic SPG Block
Performed under
nasal endoscopy, this advanced method offers clear advantages:
Minimally invasive: Tiny incisions, quick recovery.
Precision: Direct SPG targeting for symptom relief (varies by viral exposure/immunity).
Long-lasting: Effects last 1-3 months; 4-6 weekly sessions reduce drug reliance. Seasonal sufferers may need just 1-2 annual treatments.
Safety: Mild side effects (facial warmth, pupil constriction, throat discomfort) typically resolve within 30 minutes.
Renshu ENT (Shanghai & Hangzhou) now offers endoscopic SPG blocks. If allergic rhinitis plagues you, consider this option.
Note: Contraindicated for cardiac/cerebral infarction patients, seniors over 70, pregnant women, and those under 18. Consult a specialist first!
Rhinitis may humiliate us,
but adults never surrender.
With the "rhinitis shot" striking precisely,
reclaim your dignity and breathe freely—
ready to conquer every scene with confidence!
