1. DEFINITION Vasomotor rhinitis is a chronic non-allergic, non-infective rhinitis Characterized by: Episodic nasal obstruction Watery rhinorrhea Nasal congestion Occurs due to dysregulation of autonomic control of nasal blood vessels No IgE-mediated hypersensitivity No eosinophilia 2. IMPORTANT TERMINOLOGY (EXAM FAVORITE) …
1. DEFINITION Hypertrophic rhinitis is a chronic inflammatory condition of the nasal mucosa Characterized by: Persistent hypertrophy of inferior (± middle) turbinates Thickened nasal mucosa Increased submucosal glands and venous sinusoids Leads to chronic nasal obstruction that is not fully …
1. DEFINITION Atrophic rhinitis is a chronic nasal disorder characterized by: Progressive atrophy of nasal mucosa Atrophy of turbinate bones Widening of nasal cavities Formation of thick, dry, foul-smelling crusts Associated with: Loss of ciliary function Secondary infection Fetor (offensive …