Chronic Rhinitis in Torrance and El Segundo, CA

Chronic rhinitis is a long-term condition that causes ongoing irritation and inflammation inside the nose. People with chronic rhinitis often deal with symptoms that never seem to fully go away, such as a constantly runny nose, postnasal drip, nasal congestion, sneezing, itching, throat clearing, and coughing. Some people notice that their symptoms flare with allergies, while others feel congested and irritated throughout the year with no clear seasonal pattern.

The symptoms of chronic rhinitis can be exhausting for those who live with it, whether you're embarrassed by a runny nose or struggling to breathe properly due to nasal congestion. Some people are able to manage it with antihistamines, saline rinses, or nasal sprays, but they're not a solution for everyone. At Beach Cities ENTS, we proudly offer a more focused approach for chronic rhinitis patients in the Torrance and El Segundo, CA areas.

Our specialists offer state-of-the-art care for chronic rhinitis, incorporating minimally invasive treatments like RhinAer® and ClariFix® cryotherapy to provide relief from runny nose and other symptoms with little to no disruption to our patients' lives. In as little as 30 minutes, we can significantly reduce daily discomfort and embarrassment.

Learn more about the causes of chronic rhinitis and find out which approach is right for you by scheduling an appointment with our ENT providers at Beach Cities ENTS.

Treatment for chronic rhinitis depends on your specific triggers and symptoms. Your Beach Cities ENTS specialist will start with a comprehensive exam to learn more about your concerns, discuss past attempts at treatment, and develop a personalized plan to provide lasting relief.

Based on your needs, we may offer in-office treatments that include:

• RhinAer: This is a noninvasive treatment that works by targeting nerve signals inside the nose that are responsible for triggering drainage and inflammation. After numbing the area, your surgeon will carefully insert a thin wand into your nostril, where it will deliver gentle radiofrequency energy to disrupt the nerves. Most patients are able to return to their normal routine on the same day as their RhinAer treatment.
• ClariFix cryotherapy: This treatment works similarly to balloon sinuplasty and usually takes less than 30 minutes. Your Beach Cities ENTS provider will start by numbing your nose and guiding a thin endoscope into a nostril. Once inside, they'll carefully inflate a tiny balloon with chilled nitrous oxide to freeze the nerves that cause a constant runny nose. As with balloon sinuplasty, patients are typically able to return to normal activity within a few days.

In many cases, the best treatment plan depends on whether your main problem is nasal drainage, congestion, or a combination of both.

Even when symptoms are not severe, chronic rhinitis can wear you down and make you feel like you're always managing your nose. Our treatments are designed to treat the problem at the source, providing benefits for patients in the Torrance and El Segundo, CA areas that include:

• Reducing the constant need to wipe or blow your nose
• Easing postnasal drip that keeps irritating your throat
• Cutting back on throat clearing and chronic coughing
• Making it easier to breathe through your nose during the day and at night
• Improving comfort during sleep, exercise, and daily activity
• Lowering your dependence on sprays and medications for temporary relief
• Addressing the source of the problem instead of only masking symptoms
• Providing in-office treatment options without incisions or a hospital stay

You don't have to live with constant congestion or a chronic runny nose. If you're struggling with chronic rhinitis that isn't responding to over-the-counter medications, contact our specialists at Beach Cities ENTS for the care you need. Long-lasting relief starts with a consultation at our Torrance and El Segundo, CA ENT offices.