Vasomotor rhinitis - Overview
Alternative Names
Rhinitis - non-allergic; Idiopathic rhinitis
Definition of Vasomotor rhinitis:
Vasomotor rhinitis is a non-allergic condition that causes a constant runny nose, sneezing, and nasal congestion.
See also: Rhinitis
Causes, incidence, and risk factors:
The exact cause of vasomotor rhinitis is unknown. It may be a hypersensitive response to a dry atmosphere, air pollutants, spicy foods, alcohol, strong emotions, or some medications. Vasomotor rhinitis is not caused by an infection or allergy.
- Reviewed last on: 7/25/2007
- James L. Demetroulakos, M.D., F.A.C.S., Department of Otolaryngology, North Shore Medical Center, Salem, MA. Clinical Instructor in Otology and Laryngology, Harvard Medical School. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network.
References
Lal D, Corey JP. Vasomotor rhinitis update. Curr Opin Otolaryngol Head Neck Surg. 2004 Jun;12(3):243-7.
Murray J, Nadel J. Textbook of Respiratory Medicine. 3rd ed. Philadelphia, Pa: WB Saunders; 2000:1279-1280.
Dykewicz MS. Rhinitis and sinusitis. J Allergy Clin Immunol. Feb. 2003; 111(2 Suppl): S520-9.
