1. Different causes

1. The causes of colds are rhinovirus, parainfluenza virus, respiratory syncytial virus, echovirus, coxsackie virus, coronavirus, and adenovirus Caused by viral infection.

2. The cause of rhinitis is caused by viral infection, genetic factors, nasal mucosal susceptibility and antigenic substances.

2. Different clinical manifestations

1. The main manifestations of colds are nasal symptoms, such as sneezing, nasal congestion, and watery nose. It can also manifest as cough, dry throat, and itchy throat. , sore throat or burning sensation, or even postnasal drip. After 2 to 3 days, the nasal discharge thickens, often accompanied by sore throat, tearing, loss of taste, difficulty breathing, hoarseness, etc. Generally, there is no fever and systemic symptoms, or only low-grade fever, malaise, mild chills, and headache.

2. Nasal congestion and excessive rhinorrhea are often mucus or mucopurulent, and occasionally purulent. The nasal mucosa is swollen and blocked, and airflow cannot enter the olfactory area. The mucous membrane of the olfactory region is stimulated by chronic inflammation for a long time, and the olfactory function is reduced or disappeared. Headache and dizziness? Chronic sinusitis is often characterized by a heaviness in the head. Most people also have headaches, loss of appetite, fatigue, memory loss, and insomnia.

3. Different classifications

1. Colds are clinically divided into wind-cold, wind-heat, summer-dampness, cold on the outside and heat on the inside in clinical Chinese medicine.

2. The types of rhinitis include chronic rhinitis, acute rhinitis, drug-induced rhinitis and atrophic rhinitis.

4. Different groups prone to colds

1. The groups most prone to colds are children, the elderly and people with weak constitutions.

2. The groups most prone to rhinitis are the young, the elderly and the infirm.

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Extended information:

Rhinitis treatment methods:

1. Intranasal sugar Corticosteroids? The drug of choice for chronic rhinitis, they have good anti-inflammatory effects and ultimately produce a decongestive effect. It can be used for a longer period of time as needed and has good efficacy and safety.

2. Nasal cavity cleaning? If there are more or thicker nasal secretions, you can use physiological saline to clean the nasal cavity to remove nasal secretions and improve nasal ventilation.

3. For intranasal decongestants? Oxymetazoline hydrochloride spray can be used. Continuous application should not exceed 7 days. If you need to continue using it, you need to interrupt it for 3 to 5 days. Long-term application of 0.5-1 ephedrine nasal drops can damage the ciliary structure of the nasal mucosa and should be avoided as much as possible. If it must be used, it should be used in small amounts and intermittently. Nasal drops are prohibited as they have been proven to cause drug-induced rhinitis.

4. Other treatments include closed therapy, acupuncture, etc., which are rarely used.

Cold treatment methods:

1. Rest in bed more and ensure adequate sleep.

2. Eat a light diet, drink plenty of water, and eat less greasy, fried, raw and cold food.

3. Follow the doctor’s instructions, take medicine on time, and do not abuse antibiotics.

4. Combine work with rest, and carry out appropriate sports step by step.

5. During the seasons with high incidence of respiratory diseases (early spring, late autumn and early winter), avoid going to crowded public places to prevent cross-infection, maintain good personal hygiene habits, wash hands frequently, and keep the environment clean. and ventilation.

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