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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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.
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James Atkins, MD
Sinus Specialist, Founder of Atkins Expert Sinus Care
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James M. Ferris, PA
Physician Assistant
Your first visit with us
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Book your visit
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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.
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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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