Vasomotor rhinitis
Mildहिंदी: नाक बहना · தமிழ்: மூக்கு ஒழுகுதல் · ಕನ್ನಡ: ಮೂಗು ಸೋರುವುದು · తెలుగు: ముక్కు కారడం · বাংলা: নাক দিয়ে জল পড়া · मराठी: नाक वाहणे · ગુજરાતી: નાકમાંથી પાણી વહેવું
About this condition
Vasomotor rhinitis causes runny nose triggered by temperature changes, strong smells, spicy food and pollution - all very common in India. Not caused by infection or allergy but by overactive nasal blood vessels. Avoiding triggers and using saline nasal sprays helps manage symptoms.
Common symptoms
runny noseblocked nosesneezingpostnasal dripnose sensitivity
✅
When to see a doctor: if symptoms are persistent and bothersome
Frequently asked questions
What are the symptoms of Vasomotor rhinitis?
runny nose, blocked nose, sneezing, postnasal drip, nose sensitivity.
When should I see a doctor?
if symptoms are persistent and bothersome
Is Vasomotor rhinitis common in India?
Vasomotor rhinitis is commonly seen across India.
Important: This information is for general awareness only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice. Always consult a qualified doctor. In an emergency, call 112.
Data sourced from NIH NLM and MOHFW India.
Full disclaimer