Rhinitis in pregnancy: what it is and how to treat it
Rhinitis and pregnancy: the links and studies
In reality, the topic is rather controversial in the literature, as evidenced by Dr. Elena Cantone, specialist in Otolaryngologist at the University Hospital Federico II Polyclinic of Naples. A few years ago a study was conducted on estrogen and progesterone receptors in the mucosa of pregnant women and actually a greater sensitivity was found, but the question would in any case require a functional investigation. The only certain thing is the objective evidence coming from the women themselves, and these undoubtedly say that the problem It is assumed that the high levels of hormones such as estrogen and progesterone, typical of pregnancy, cause a continuous stimulation of the mucosa, with consequent swelling and nasal congestion.The symptoms tend in any case to disappear after delivery.
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The right therapies to adopt
The main problem in this regard is the therapeutic approach to be adopted: during pregnancy there is a tendency to avoid the administration of drugs such as cortisone and vasoconstrictors, so the best solution is to be sought elsewhere. At one time women with these disorders were advised to follow cycles of thermal therapies, but today there are much more practical and effective treatments that can be easily carried out at home. In particular, underlines Dr. Cantone, a completely new approach is of great interest, consisting in the treatment with saline nebulization of hyaluronic acid. Several studies have already shown its usefulness in eliminating symptoms and improving the quality of breathing. Its great advantage, however, is that it does not have any contraindications for use during pregnancy. However, it is absolutely important to choose products that ensure very high purification standards and the preservation of the package and its integrity is equally important.
The hyaluronic acid
Hyaluronic acid essentially carries out an anti-inflammatory action which, in association with its trophic capacity, or "nourishment", makes the nasal mucosa stronger and more resistant to environmental insults. This also guarantees greater defense against any viral infections, which would then present further problems from the point of view of drug therapy.
The administration
As for the administration of the active substance, everything is very simple and minimally invasive: a specific support, the nasal shower, allows you to nebulize the particles of hyaluronic acid in an adequate size for effective action in the upper respiratory tract. The diameter of the particles is in fact essential because, if too small in size, they would not be able to act at the nasal level ending in the bronchi. Finally, it should be emphasized that the practicality of use and the absence of contraindications of this innovative treatment allow prolonged use times, to the benefit of effectiveness.
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