Year-End Report
Looking back at 2024, we explored the mysteries of ENT (Ear, Nose, and Throat) together, with nasal health taking center stage. Let’s revisit key insights about
rhinitis—a common yet burdensome condition. Many patients endure exhausting treatment journeys, asking: Can rhinitis truly be cured?
Don’t despair—you may not have tried these solutions yet!
Nasal Sprays
[Science Link: Nose Savior: Unlocking the Correct Use of Nasal Sprays]
First, the familiar
nasal sprays:
Corticosteroid sprays: Gentle, long-acting anti-inflammatory warriors.
Saline sprays: Nature’s cleansing masters.
Vasoconstrictor sprays: Rapid-relief emergency heroes.
Each plays a unique role in safeguarding breathing.
Corticosteroid Sprays
[Science Link: Are Steroids Always Bad? Nasal Corticosteroids: We’re Different!]
Nasal corticosteroids (intranasal glucocorticoids) are cornerstone ENT therapies. Yet misconceptions persist, conflating them with systemic steroids. This article sets the record straight: They’re not the same!
Vasoconstrictor Sprays
[Science Link: Long-Term Use of These Sprays = Chronic Poisoning!]
Vasoconstrictor sprays offer instant relief but risk dependency. By shrinking nasal blood vessels, they reduce swelling and congestion. However, overuse traps users in an
addictive cycle, demanding stricter limits: ≤3 daily doses for ≤7 days.
Allergen Immunotherapy
[Science Link: Desensitization Therapy: "Respiratory Remodeling" for Allergic Rhinitis]
For dust mite-triggered rhinitis,
desensitization therapy—WHO’s gold-standard causal treatment—reshapes immune tolerance. Through skin prick/blood tests, allergens are identified, then targeted via subcutaneous or sublingual therapy to reduce or eliminate reactions.
Rhinitis Injection
[Science Link: Can Rhinitis Rob Adults of Their Dignity?]
Think rhinitis injections are new? They’ve evolved into
Version 3.0: endoscopic
sphenopalatine ganglion block. This precise treatment alleviates sneezing, runny nose, and itching, restoring stable breathing.
Rhinitis Surgery
[Science Link: Still Suffering from Rhinitis? Surgery Offers New Hope]
For refractory allergic rhinitis or structural anomalies (e.g., deviated septum), surgery is vital. At
Renshu ENT, options like
vidian nerve branch resection reduce abnormal gland secretion and vascular dilation. Our minimally invasive center streamlines pre-op checks, surgery, and recovery for efficiency.
When Rhinitis Escalates: Sinusitis
[Science Link: Pus, Allergies, Mold... How Are Sinusitis Types Classified?]
Sinusitis—inflammation from blocked sinus openings—wears many masks:
Suppurative sinusitis: Yellow-green discharge.
Allergic sinusitis: Smell loss.
Fungal sinusitis: Foul odor.
Accurate diagnosis guides precise treatment.
Deviated Nasal Septum
[Science Link: Such a Handsome Face, But the Doctor Says Your Nose Is Crooked?]
A crooked septum—congenital or trauma-induced—triggers congestion, headaches, and nosebleeds. For adults,
surgery is the sole effective fix.
Looking Ahead
We’ll continue delivering engaging, evidence-based science to empower your health.
Wishing everyone a worry-free, healthy new year!
