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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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"Atopic dermatitis is a chronic skin condition driven by the immune system and often precedes the development of asthma and allergic rhinitis," explained medical student Tristan Nguyen, BS, the lead author of the study.

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

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A telltale sign of the arrival of spring is the onset of seasonal allergic rhinitis, usually marked by a runny nose, watery and red eyes, or an itchy throat, ears, and palate.

From Salon ● Apr. 27, 2023

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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