Sneezing and runny nose in autumn

Sneezing is a defensive respiratory reflex caused by irritation of the nasal mucosa or nasopharynx. It is transmitted by the trigeminal nerve in the face and is actually a self-protection mechanism of the body. And if you have a cold, sneezing will be accompanied by a runny nose. Autumn is a season with a high incidence of allergies, and sneezing and runny nose are also very common. So what causes sneezing and runny nose in autumn and how should it be treated?

1. Causes of sneezing and runny nose in autumn

Allergic rhinitis. Allergic rhinitis is divided into perennial and seasonal types. It should be seasonal allergic rhinitis. Seasonal rhinitis is also known as hay fever. The onset of the disease has obvious seasonality, occurring mostly in spring and autumn, with more cases in autumn. It is mostly caused by plant pollen, the main inhaled allergen. Such as indoor and outdoor dust, insect mites, fungi, animal fur, feathers, cotton wool, etc., often cause perennial attacks. Clinical manifestations and symptoms: sneezing, runny nose, nasal congestion, tearing, itching of the nasal and pharyngeal mucosa.

2. How to treat

1. Cover your nose with a towel soaked in hot water and inhale the hot steam into your nose for a while. Repeat this several times to effectively stop nasal congestion and runny nose.

2. Soaking your feet in hot water for a while before going to bed can not only clear your nasal congestion, but also promote sleep, which is killing two birds with one stone.

3. When you go to bed, stuff your nose with a piece of fresh ginger, garlic or green onion of appropriate size, and your nose will feel better, allowing you to sleep better.

4. Wash your nostrils carefully with slightly warm salt water for a few days. It will greatly improve the nasal congestion caused by colds and flu, and can also prevent and treat rhinitis.

5. If the nasal congestion is severe, wash a few white radishes, boil them in clean water, then put your nose close to it and smell the steam. After a few minutes, the nasal congestion will be effectively improved.