Runny Nose

Runny nose refers to clear watery drainage from the front of the nose that may occur all day long or be triggered by eating or cold temperatures.

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Symptoms

The main symptom of a runny nose with watery discharge is thin, clear mucus dripping from the front of your nose.

  • Frequent need to wipe or blow your nose
  • Nasal congestion and stuffiness
  • Sneezing fits, especially in cases caused by allergies
  • Itchy nose, ears, eyes or throat
  • Reduced sense of smell
  • Fatigue from congestion and sleep disruption
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Evaluation

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Treatment options

  • Nasal steroid sprays like fluticasone to reduce inflammation in allergic and nonallergic rhinitis
  • Antihistamines like loratadine or cetirizine for allergic rhinitis
  • Decongestant nasal sprays for temporary relief of congestion
  • Saline nasal rinses to flush out mucus and soothe nasal passages
  • Antibiotics for bacterial sinus infections or colds
  • Intranasal anticholinergics like ipratropium for watery, nonallergic rhinorrhea
  • Avoiding irritants or allergens that trigger symptoms
  • Humidifier to add moisture to dry air
  • Posterior nasal nerve ablation for chronic rhinitis
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Causes and risk factors

  • Allergic rhinitis
  • Nonallergic rhinitis
  • Common cold and respiratory viral infections
  • Sinusitis
  • Vasomotor rhinitis
  • Hypothyroidism and pregnancy
  • Structural abnormalities like deviated septum or nasal polyps
  • Cerebrospinal fluid leak

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Meet the team

Atkins Sinus Expert Care is committed to providing personalized care, cutting-edge equipment, and a level of experience you won't find elsewhere.

  • James Atkins, MD

    Sinus Specialist, Founder of Atkins Expert Sinus Care

  • James M. Ferris, PA

    Physician Assistant

Your first visit with us

  • Step 1

    Book your visit

    Book through our online patient portal and let us know some of the symptoms you’re experiencing.

  • Step 2

    Visit our office

    Dr. Atkins will review your symptoms at your visit and decide what diagnostic tests are needed to get to the root of your problem.

  • Step 3

    Care plan

    Once the diagnostic tests are done, Dr. Atkins will review them and make a plan of care for you. At that time, he will discuss whether you are a candidate for one of our procedures.

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