Does Mold Cause Vasomotor Rhinitis?
Vasomotor rhinitis is a nonallergic condition that involves a constant runny nose, sneezing, and nasal congestion.
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Rhinitis
Alternative Names
Rhinitis - nonallergic; Idiopathic rhinitis; Nonallergic rhinitis
Causes, incidence, and risk factors
Vasomotor rhinitis is not caused by an infection or allergy. The exact cause is unknown. Symptoms are triggered by something that irritates the nose, such as a dry atmosphere,...
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Vasomotor rhinitis
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
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Allergic Rhinitis: Causes
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CausesThe allergic process, called atopy, occurs when the body overreacts to a substance that it senses as a foreign invader." The immune system... Read more »
Vasomotor rhinitis
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Rhinitis - nonallergic; Idiopathic rhinitis; Nonallergic rhinitis Treatment The primary treatment is simply avoiding the things that... Read more »
Vasomotor rhinitis
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
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Hay Fever (Allergic Rhinitis)
Source: Harvard Decision Guide
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