What can be the cause of frequent sneezing?

Question

Hi doctor,

My father has been facing frequent sneezing issues. As per the doctor's suggestion, he recently got his NCCT PNS test done. Attached is the test report. He takes Cefuroxime axetil, tablet Montelukast 10mg, Rantac 150, and Becelac fortz (lactic acid bacillus fortified with vitamin and calcium). Can you please let me know why he is sneezing so much, and if there is any significant observation in the test report?

Answer 1

Hello,

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Regarding your concerns, it seems to be due to allergic rhinitis. Sneezing is one of the commonest symptoms of allergic rhinitis due to exposure to allergens. Allergy can be due to dust, cold, and pollens. The most important thing is to know the allergens that start the symptoms and try to avoid exposure to allergens. In CT (computed tomography) scan (attachments removed to protect the patient's identity), there is a mucosal thickening of paranasal sinuses, which can be seen in allergic rhinitis and rhinosinusitis. Also, there is deviated nasal septum; if the patient is not having constant nasal obstruction or headache, then nothing has to be done. For allergic rhinitis, you can continue the drug mentioned above, take steam inhalation twice a day, and do nasal washing using a neti pot with warm salt water. Thank you.

Answer 2

Hi,

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Allergic rhinitis and rhinosinusitis can get cured, but if patients get exposed to allergens, they can get symptoms again and again. Yes, it can last lifelong with some periods of symptoms on and off. So, the best treatment is to know the allergens and try to avoid them. I have seen my patients whose symptoms improve drastically with only short episodic periods of symptoms. Thank you.