Something in the air
About 9 million people in the UK struggle to cope with blocked noses, constant tickly sneezing, watery itchy eyes, headaches, disturbed sleep, listlessness and depression - all symptoms of hay fever, a condition that can last for months. Hay ... [... more]
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Diphtheria
Diphtheria is a highly contagious bacterial infection that mainly affects the nose and throat. Diphtheria is highly contagious and is easily passed on through sneezing, coughing or even laughing. It can spread by tissues or drinking glasses that ... [... more]
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Allergic rhinitis
Perennial allergic rhinitis is usually triggered by indoor allergens. It's similar to hay fever - the allergen causes inflammation and irritation of the delicate linings in the nose and eyes - but blockage is more of a problem than sneezing. More ... [... more]
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Cold (common cold)
A cold is a contagious viral disease which infects the soft lining (mucous membrane) of the nose. There are more than 100 different viruses which can result in a cold. The characteristic symptom is a runny nose. Sneezing is caused by the ... [... more]
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Rynacrom nasal spray
Sodium cromoglicate nasal spray is used to reduce the symptoms of nasal allergies (allergic rhinitis) such as hayfever. It provides relief from a blocked or runny nose, itching and sneezing, and works best when it is used regularly to prevent the ... [... more]
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Rhinitis, non-allergic
Rhinitis is a condition where the inside of your nose swells or becomes inflamed. This can cause cold-like symptoms such as sneezing, itchiness and a blocked or runny nose. One of the most common causes of rhinitis is an allergic reaction to ... [... more]
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