rhinitis

American

[rahy-nahy-tis] / raɪˈnaɪ tɪs /

noun

Pathology.

inflammation of the nose or its mucous membrane.

rhinitis British

/ raɪˈnaɪtɪs /

noun

inflammation of the mucous membrane that lines the nose

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Other Word Forms

rhinitic

adjective

Etymology

Origin of rhinitis

First recorded in 1880–85; rhin- + -itis

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The institute has published its recommendations for the tablet, made by ALK-Abello, which is an option to treat moderate-to-severe house dust mite allergic rhinitis.

From BBC ● Jan. 30, 2025

She also has ‘allergic rhinitis and allergic conjunctivitis,’ a very messy and dangerous situation,” Trump wrote.

From Salon ● Oct. 15, 2024

That includes veterans suffering from cancer, allergic rhinitis, bronchial asthma, hypertension, sinusitis and other conditions, often related to the respiratory system.

From New York Times ● May 21, 2024

The inflammation process plays a crucial role in allergic respiratory diseases, such as asthma and allergic rhinitis.

From Science Daily ● Apr. 10, 2024

A chronic membranous rhinitis should be treated as a case of walking diphtheria.

From The Home Medical Library, Volume II (of VI) by Kenelm Winslow

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