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What is a common clinical feature of allergic rhinitis?
What is a common clinical feature of allergic rhinitis?
- Severe headaches
- Continuous cough
- Temperature fluctuations
- Recurrent watery nasal discharge (correct)
Which of the following may exacerbate allergic rhinitis during puberty?
Which of the following may exacerbate allergic rhinitis during puberty?
- Increase in pollen levels
- Excessive physical activity
- Hormonal imbalances (correct)
- Irregular eating patterns
Which nutrient is known to stabilize cell membranes that release histamine?
Which nutrient is known to stabilize cell membranes that release histamine?
- Zinc
- Quercetin (correct)
- Vitamin C
- Coenzyme Q10
What is a recommended first step in managing allergic rhinitis?
What is a recommended first step in managing allergic rhinitis?
Which herb is used for relieving congestion in allergic rhinitis through steam inhalation?
Which herb is used for relieving congestion in allergic rhinitis through steam inhalation?
Which condition is characterized by the inflammation of the nasal mucous membrane, leading to nasal congestion and rhinorrhoea?
Which condition is characterized by the inflammation of the nasal mucous membrane, leading to nasal congestion and rhinorrhoea?
What condition results from an infection of a hair follicle in the nose?
What condition results from an infection of a hair follicle in the nose?
Which management option is suggested if no improvement is seen in allergic rhinitis treatment?
Which management option is suggested if no improvement is seen in allergic rhinitis treatment?
What complication can arise from long-term mouth breathing due to nasal obstruction?
What complication can arise from long-term mouth breathing due to nasal obstruction?
What can cause a blocked or runny nose not related to allergies?
What can cause a blocked or runny nose not related to allergies?
What is a common clinical feature of nasal obstruction related to large adenoids?
What is a common clinical feature of nasal obstruction related to large adenoids?
What management strategy is recommended for acute viral rhinitis?
What management strategy is recommended for acute viral rhinitis?
Which supplement has been shown to reduce the duration of a cold?
Which supplement has been shown to reduce the duration of a cold?
What potential factor might suggest the presence of nasopharyngeal tumors during an examination?
What potential factor might suggest the presence of nasopharyngeal tumors during an examination?
Which symptom is NOT typically associated with allergic rhinitis?
Which symptom is NOT typically associated with allergic rhinitis?
Which type of nasal obstruction is least likely to arise from recurrent infections?
Which type of nasal obstruction is least likely to arise from recurrent infections?
What should a patient be advised against doing with a furuncle?
What should a patient be advised against doing with a furuncle?
Which of the following is a common clinical feature of nasal polyps?
Which of the following is a common clinical feature of nasal polyps?
What condition is epistaxis frequently associated with?
What condition is epistaxis frequently associated with?
Which of the following is NOT a local cause of epistaxis?
Which of the following is NOT a local cause of epistaxis?
What is the recommended position for a patient experiencing epistaxis?
What is the recommended position for a patient experiencing epistaxis?
What is a common characteristic of the bleeding area in epistaxis?
What is a common characteristic of the bleeding area in epistaxis?
When should a patient with nasal polyps be referred?
When should a patient with nasal polyps be referred?
What type of discharge is commonly associated with chronic ethmoiditis leading to nasal polyps?
What type of discharge is commonly associated with chronic ethmoiditis leading to nasal polyps?
Which plant part is used from yellow gentian for medicinal purposes?
Which plant part is used from yellow gentian for medicinal purposes?
What is a main feature of acute purulent rhinitis?
What is a main feature of acute purulent rhinitis?
Which homeopathic remedy is indicated for profuse fluent coryza with burning eyes?
Which homeopathic remedy is indicated for profuse fluent coryza with burning eyes?
What predominant symptom does Aconite treat?
What predominant symptom does Aconite treat?
Which action do the flowers of black elder exhibit?
Which action do the flowers of black elder exhibit?
What is the recommended treatment for acute purulent rhinitis if penicillin is ineffective?
What is the recommended treatment for acute purulent rhinitis if penicillin is ineffective?
Which homeopathic remedy features sneezing and a thin, acrid coryza, particularly in changeable weather?
Which homeopathic remedy features sneezing and a thin, acrid coryza, particularly in changeable weather?
What characteristic excludes diagnosing a case of acute purulent rhinitis?
What characteristic excludes diagnosing a case of acute purulent rhinitis?
Which remedy is characterized by yellowish ropy and stringy nasal discharge?
Which remedy is characterized by yellowish ropy and stringy nasal discharge?
Which remedy causes a feeling of sore throat accompanied by violient headaches when the discharge suddenly dries up?
Which remedy causes a feeling of sore throat accompanied by violient headaches when the discharge suddenly dries up?
What symptom distinguishes Phosphorus from other remedies?
What symptom distinguishes Phosphorus from other remedies?
Kali Mur is associated with which of the following characteristics?
Kali Mur is associated with which of the following characteristics?
Which remedy presents with symptoms of dryness and thick, bloody slime following a burning pain in the eyes?
Which remedy presents with symptoms of dryness and thick, bloody slime following a burning pain in the eyes?
What describes the discharge in Arg nit?
What describes the discharge in Arg nit?
Which remedy is indicated for a stuffed nose with yellow and watery discharge?
Which remedy is indicated for a stuffed nose with yellow and watery discharge?
What is a notable feature of Nux Vom?
What is a notable feature of Nux Vom?
Study Notes
Nasal Obstruction
- Aetiology includes large adenoids, allergic rhinitis, foreign bodies, nasal polyps, recurrent sinusitis, and rare nasopharyngeal tumors.
- Symptoms: Recurrent nasal blockage, mouth breathing, severe snoring, halitosis, palatal deformities due to mouth breathing.
- Complications of mouth breathing: malocclusion, sleep apnoea, anoxia, pulmonary hypertension.
- Referral needed for inadequate treatment.
Rhinitis
- Description: Inflammation of the nasal mucous membrane leading to congestion and rhinorrhoea.
- Acute Viral Rhinitis: Caused by various viruses, presents with coryza, watery nasal discharge, headache, and sore throat.
- Management: Symptomatic with vitamin supplements, saline nasal drops, decongestants, and avoidance of antibiotics as they are ineffective against viruses.
Homoeopathic Remedies for Rhinitis
- Aconite: Dry nose, swollen with congestion, better in open air.
- Arsenicum Album: Watery discharge with a constant desire to sneeze.
- Euphrasia: Profuse coryza with eye burning.
- Allium Cepa: Sneezing and acrid nasal discharge worsening in warm rooms.
- Other remedies include Belladonna, Gelsemium, and Kali Mur for various symptoms.
Acute Purulent Rhinitis
- Often results from bacterial superinfection post-common cold.
- Features: Worse coryza, thick purulent discharge, yellow crusts.
- Management: Saline drops, Penicillin VK or Amoxicillin for 5-7 days, with referral if no improvement.
Allergic Rhinitis
- Aetiology: Caused by various allergens including pollen, dust, and food. Hormonal factors may also play a role.
- Symptoms: Recurrent watery discharge, blocked nose, sneezing, and nasal itching.
- Management: Allergen avoidance, saline drops, potential elimination diet, and desensitization therapies.
Nutrients and Herbal Support
- Bromelain: Reduces inflammation.
- Coenzyme Q10: Improves oxygenation.
- Quercetin: Stabilizes histamine-releasing cell membranes.
- Vitamin C with bioflavonoids: Immune-stimulant.
- Herbs: Eucalyptus oil, Eyebright, Turmeric for inflammation relief.
Nasal Furuncle
- Cause: Infection of hair follicles in the nose, commonly by Staphylococcus.
- Symptoms: Tender red swelling at the nose's anterior part.
- Management: Incision may be needed; avoid squeezing.
Nasal Polyps
- Characteristics: Pedunculated, edematous mucosal masses, often bilateral, linked to nasal allergies.
- Symptoms: Nasal blockage, mucoid/purulent discharge.
- Referral needed for treatment failure or breathing difficulties.
Epistaxis
- Definition: Nosebleeds, often benign but anxiety-inducing for patients.
- Local Causes: Rhinitis, trauma, varicosities, nasal tumors.
- General Causes: Hematological disorders, hypertension, liver disease, drug use.
- Management: Patient posture, nostril pinching, nasal packing, and treat underlying cause.
Biotherapy and Tissue Salts
- Ferrum Phos: For fever and congestion, rapid pulse.
- Kali Mur: Thick mucus discharge and forehead congestion.
- Nat Mur: Nasal obstruction with watery discharges.
- Symptoms tracked for appropriate tissue salt use in treatment.
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This quiz covers the aetiology, symptoms, and complications of nasal obstruction and rhinitis. It also discusses management strategies, including homoeopathic remedies for rhinitis. Test your understanding of these critical topics related to respiratory health.
