Rhinitis Simple

Rhinitis simplex is one of the most common nasal diseases, which is caused by various infectious agents. In particular, this form occurs as a result of viral infections and intoxications. The nose is the first respiratory organ in contact with the external environment, so it is susceptible to attack by various factors that can lead to the development of dangerous conditions. One of these is catarrhal rhinitis.

All tissues of the nasal cavity have a large number of vessels. The formation of mucus, which provides air humidification, and its timely removal is the most important factor in protecting the body from infections. The absence of conditions for this causes the development of inflammation, namely rhinitis. In this case, swelling of the mucous membrane occurs, and its protective function is lost, as a result of which viruses, bacteria, and allergens begin to easily penetrate and spread further.

The peculiarity of catarrhal rhinitis is its moderate severity and the general course of the disease without complications in the form of abscesses, sinusitis and other serious complications. This form of rhinitis does not lead to tissue deformation, as, for example, with allergic rhinitis, which in turn causes serious problems with the nasal septum. Also, catarrhal runny nose is distinguished by its dependence on external environmental conditions. It can occur during the cold season, increasing during an epidemic of colds, after contact with a sick person or accidental exposure to environmental factors on the mucous membranes.

Based on this, we can conclude that catarrhal rhinitis is a completely safe form of the runny nose, which often occurs due to natural causes and can go away on its own with timely treatment. It is recommended not to self-medicate, as it risks aggravating the problem and worsening the course of the disease. To avoid the development of complications, you should consult an otolaryngologist who will diagnose and prescribe individual treatment. It includes the use of antihistamines, nasal steroids, saline nasal rinses, vasoconstrictors, etc. All drugs for the treatment of rhinitis should be prescribed only by a qualified specialist.