Columbus ENT Assisting With Chronic Rhinitis (Runny Nose)
Many Ohio residents suffer from regular, recurring nasal discharge in the form of a runny nose. When the problem persists it is known as “chronic rhinitis.” This condition can be quite annoying, but fortunately, there are multiple ways to treat a chronic runny nose. Dr. Boris Karanfilov is a Columbus ENT specialist who provides the highest level of care to his patients. Contact us online or by telephone today to schedule an initial appointment. We look forward to speaking with you.
Ear, nose, and throat specialists helping Columbus residents with a persistent runny nose
Chronic rhinitis can be the result of allergies, non-allergic causes, or a mixture of both. The first of these types, allergic rhinitis, is often triggered by pollens released during seasonal changes, indoor allergens such as dust mites or pet hair, or the presence of mold. If a patient suffers the symptoms of rhinitis (including sneezing, a runny nose, itching, etc.) during the same periods each year then the problem is likely due to allergies. Non-allergic rhinitis often results in similar symptoms but lacks an identifiable cause. It is sometimes caused due to issues with nerves in the nose. Finally, some patients may suffer from a mix of allergic and non-allergic rhinitis.
A chronic runny nose has traditionally been treated with sprays or other mechanisms meant to manage the symptoms. While such treatments can lead to short-term improvement, they require continuous life-long use. Utilizing ablative procedures can result in a more lasting “fix” to the problem. Two common treatments are the use of cryotherapy and the RhinAer procedure to ablate the nerves responsible for the problem. The latter of these procedures uses low-level heat energy to quiet the problematic nerve. Doing so can disrupt the signals that the nerve is sending to the nose to significantly decrease mucous production.
A chronic runny nose has traditionally been treated with sprays or other mechanisms meant to manage the symptoms. While such treatments can lead to short-term improvement, they require continuous life-long use. Utilizing ablative procedures can result in a more lasting “fix” to the problem. Two common treatments are the use of cryotherapy and the RhinAer procedure to ablate the nerves responsible for the problem. The latter of these procedures uses low-level heat energy to quiet the problematic nerve. Doing so can disrupt the signals that the nerve is sending to the nose to significantly decrease mucous production.
Dr. Boris Karanfilov is a Columbus, Ohio ear, nose, and throat specialist who can diagnose and treat a persistent runny nose. Dr. Karanfilov will conduct an examination at your initial appointment and will go over the results with you so as to determine the best path forward. If the ablative procedures described above are the best option, then Dr. Karanfilov will perform the procedure in our office. A patient will typically be able to return to their normal activities on the same day as the procedure. Furthermore, these approaches do not require incisions and generally lead only to minimal discomfort. How to best proceed with any medical condition will always depend on the patient’s particular situation and Dr. Karanfilov will make sure that you understand all of your options before proceeding. Contact us today to book an appointment.
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