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Rhinitis: Symptoms, Diagnosis and Treatment

By Dr. Aisha Morgan, MD · · Ear, Nose and Throat

Patients often ask us about rhinitis. Here is what our Ear, Nose and Throat clinicians want you to know.

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Topic: rhinitis. A upper respiratory infectious disease which involves irritation and inflammation of the mucous membrane of the nose due to viruses, bacteria or irritants. The inflammation results in generation of excessive amounts of mucus leading to runny nose, as well as nasal congestion and post-nasal drip.

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This article is for general information and does not replace advice from your clinician.