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Having Runny Nose While Eating. What Do You Suggest?

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Posted on Tue, 26 Nov 2013
Question: My symptom is a nose that runs when I'm eating. Very thin, clear.
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Answered by Dr. Hariom Sharma (1 hour later)
Brief Answer: Gustatory Rhinitis Detailed Answer: Hi Sir, I have gone through your query. It suggests that you may be suffering from the gustatory rhinitis. It is the non allergic type of the rhinitis. It is caused by eating foods that irritate your nasal passages i.e. Spicy Foods, Alcohol, Chocolate, Coffee, Tea and Citrus fruits (oranges, lemons, limes and even tomatoes). In its mild form, the problem usually goes away on its own shortly after you stop eating the food which is causing it. But in moderate or severe form Ipratropium bromide nasal spray is useful in this condition if it is not contraindicated. An oral antihistamine would be a second-line option. Consult the ENT specialist for better diagnosis and management. If you have any doubt, I will be available for your query.
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Having Runny Nose While Eating. What Do You Suggest?

Brief Answer: Gustatory Rhinitis Detailed Answer: Hi Sir, I have gone through your query. It suggests that you may be suffering from the gustatory rhinitis. It is the non allergic type of the rhinitis. It is caused by eating foods that irritate your nasal passages i.e. Spicy Foods, Alcohol, Chocolate, Coffee, Tea and Citrus fruits (oranges, lemons, limes and even tomatoes). In its mild form, the problem usually goes away on its own shortly after you stop eating the food which is causing it. But in moderate or severe form Ipratropium bromide nasal spray is useful in this condition if it is not contraindicated. An oral antihistamine would be a second-line option. Consult the ENT specialist for better diagnosis and management. If you have any doubt, I will be available for your query.