i have a constant runny nose...it is beginning to impact my quality of life...any ideas what it could be?

Question

I have been to an ent and just got forwarded to an allergist. I havent gone there yet, but it started about 5 years ago (I am now 30). It is like water. It drips like a faucet all day. The only thing that stops it is when I take a steroid nasal spray that stops it up. First thing in the morning...it is back to the water hose. I just dont understand where it all comes from. It gets completely embarrassing when I have to blow my nose ever 20 seconds and then I have a raw nose...HELP!

Answer 1

I have the same problem except it's been my whole life (I'm 28). I saw an allergist about 8 years ago and it was a godsend for a while. Turns out I'm allergic to dust. Great right? Where is there NOT dust? Hence the constant runny nose. I take a pill (Zyrtec) and nasal spray (Rhinocort Aqua) and it helps a lot. But after a while the runniness will come back but not nearly as bad. Good Luck!!

Answer 2

Definitely go and see the allergist because it could be that you've developed an allergic reaction to something. They'll be able to do a complete reaction test to a wide variety of different allergens.

Your allergies can change over time. While you may previously not have been allergic to comething, you may have developed an allergy over the past several years.

Consider if there were any lifestyle changes that were made five years ago. Did you move to a new location? Did you introduce a new pet or other animal into the household? These questions may also help to pinpoint the problem.

Good luck!

Answer 3

You're going to want a Drug-free answer!

You might try a saline nasal RINSE (not a spray) A full warm water saline rinse goes in one nostril and out the other. It draws out all the gunk and shrinks the tissue (like swimming in the ocean). I do this at work in the restroom sink.

The buffered salt doesn't 'sting' as much as plain salt water. You can use a new method like Nasopure, or the vintage, Netipot. The special bottle and salt is about $20.

You can do this a often as you like with no bad side effects.

You don’t need a prescription for this therapy. So if you live in a state like mine, they’ve pretty much “outlawed” sudafed medicine. Drug-free is really the way to go on a frequent-use basis.

Answer 4

First off I am almost positive that you are experiencing an allergy problem. This type of problem can often be a result of a dairy allergy. I, myself am allergic to milk/dairy (not lactose intolerant , way different) and if I drink/eat anything with milk in it I sneeze and my nose runs like crazy. I have known a few people with similar problems, and dairy also tends to produce more mucus. If this isn't the answer it could be that you are just allergic to common household allergens, (dust, mold, pollen etc) try dusting EVERYTHING. Lastly it may be something that you are wearing on a daily basis, cologne or aftershave perhaps?
Hope one of these possibilities help!

Answer 5

Hello! Here are some suggestions that work:

1) Eliminate all wheat and dairy products. Substitute with rye, millet, soy etc.

2) Check out NAET - allergy elimination

3) Or find a good homeopath. I treat this condition effectively with homeopathics.

Don't worry. This is treatable! Keep the faith.
Doc M

Answer 6

that sounds just like mine. i believe i am allergic to dust and mold so anytime other than summer i am a faucet. i have actually taken 4 doses of decongestants at once and they did not touch it. i dont reccommend that!!! i am currently trying zycam nasal spray and so far it is working well. it would be very nice if it continued to work. as for the nose, use lip remedies on it. they heal chapped noses as well as chapped lips.

Answer 7

I advise you to change your apartment or house, and change your pillow for a new one.
If you don't change your house, change at least your bed emplacement, or direction of the bed, it could also help.
I had it for four years. I changed my house, avoided sun or wind touching my face or nose or ears.
As medication, I used hydrocortisone cream every other day, while the other days, I used Vit A drops in my nostrils, at night, before going to bed.
Thanks God I don't have anything any more. i didn't use Claritine, or other Allergy medication.

Don't forget to take out all your carpets and rugs, as they are a good refuge for mites.

Answer 8

i'm going with allergies too, but it could be something simple like an allergy to gluten or dairy. See what the allergist says, but you could also consult a dietician. My sister cut down her gluten intake really radically and says it changed her life. No more snotty nose. Becoming a vegan could change yours.

Answer 9

sounds like the allergist will be the best person to seek guidance from regarding you rhinnitis symptoms. you need to find the cause of it.
you can treat the nose skin with neosporin. use Puffs Plus with Aloe tissues as they are the softest.

Answer 10

Your chronic rhinitis might be due to allergies and I would start with an over the counter med like Claritin or it's generic equivalent daily for a week and see if it helps.