Sneeze

Introduction The phenomenon of sneezing refers to an unconscious "reflection" that occurs when foreign matter entering the nasal cavity (such as dust, bacteria, pollen, etc.) is driven away. After the foreign body enters, the trigeminal nerve located on the nasal mucosa gives instructions to the respiratory muscles acting on the lungs, and the air is violently discharged to drive the foreign matter out of the country. Sneezing reflex, commonly known as "sneezing" or "snoring", is a defensive reflex caused by stimulation of the nasal mucosa. However, in the traditional folk customs, it has been used as a symptom of an abnormal behavior or the development trend of things, and the explanations are more like the feelings in the clouds.

Cause

Common causes of sneezing are non-allergic rhinitis, stuffy nose, sore throat or itchy eyes, tears, and it may be necessary to see a doctor. Sneezing when you have a cold, this sneeze originates from the blood vessels in the nose that become allergic to foods that are humid and temperaturey and even spicy.

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Related inspection

Allergen screening for Otolaryngology CT examination

Perform a skin test of allergens.

Differential diagnosis

Differential diagnosis:

1. Allergic rhinitis: sneezing, watery nose, nasal itching, nasal congestion.

2. Chronic rhinitis: alternating nasal congestion, flow of white sticky nose, reflux to the pharynx, often accompanied by chronic pharyngitis, phlegm.

3. Sinusitis: purulent nasal discharge, nasal congestion, accompanied by headache.

4. Influenza: Acute fever, significant fatigue, body muscle aches, and other symptoms of upper respiratory tract such as nasal congestion, runny nose and sneezing are relatively mild. High in autumn and winter.

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