Rhinitis Causing Headaches
- Allergic Rhinitis - Other Treatments
- Highlights
- Introduction
- Causes
- Risk Factors
- Prognosis
- Complications
Treatment
If rhinitis symptoms are caused by non-allergic conditions, particularly if there are accompanying symptoms indicating a serious problem, the doctor should treat any underlying disorders. If rhinitis is caused by medications, such as decongestants, the patient may need to stop taking them or find alternatives.
A variety of factors must be considered in selecting a treatment approach. These include:
- Severity of the symptoms
- Frequency (seasonal versus all year, how often during the week)
- Age...
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