MRCP UK EXAMINATIONS

Detailed explanation-1: -A runny nose is often called rhinorrhea or rhinitis. But the terms are different. Rhinorrhea involves a thin, mostly clear fluid running from the nose. Rhinitis involves irritation and swelling inside the nose.

Detailed explanation-2: -Cerebrospinal (CSF) rhinorrhea is a rare condition in which spinal fluid leaks from a tear in the meninges into the sinuses and nasal passages. CSF rhinorrhea is different from a runny nose caused by a cold or allergies. The fluid is always thin and clear, and symptoms don’t improve with cold or allergy medicines.

Detailed explanation-3: -Nasal ipratropium (Atrovent nasal spray)-A runny nose with profuse, watery discharge from the nose (rhinorrhea) can be treated with ipratropium (0.03 percent or 0.06 percent) nasal spray. Ipratropium is the best treatment for gustatory rhinitis. It is available only by prescription.

Detailed explanation-4: -Often, rhinorrhea goes away on its own. When it persists, or lasts longer than 10 days, a runny nose can be a sign of other conditions, such as those listed above. If a high fever is present, consult your doctor. How do we evaluate rhinorrhea?

Detailed explanation-5: -It is a common symptom of allergies (hay fever) or certain viral infections, such as the common cold or COVID-19. It can be a side effect of crying, exposure to cold temperatures, cocaine abuse, or drug withdrawal, such as from methadone or other opioids.