Therapy
If you have a burning sensation in your nose, there are a number of ways to relieve the discomfort. A burning nose without other accompanying symptoms is often caused by a too dry nasal mucosa. In such cases, it can help to moisten the nose with special nasal sprays containing hyaluronic acid to relieve the discomfort.
Often a too dry room climate causes the burning sensation in the nose. Increasing the humidity of the air by means of electric humidifiers or bowls of water over the heater contribute to a more pleasant room climate and help against the burning sensation. Nasal sprays or nose drops also help with a cold.
These drugs constrict the vessels in the nasal mucous membrane and thus have a decongestant effect. However, nasal sprays should be used with caution, as they can irritate the already sore nasal mucous membrane even further, which may even increase the burning sensation. The doctor or pharmacist advises the patient and can prescribe the appropriate medication.
In the case of pollen allergy sufferers, the best remedy for the annoying burning sensation in the nose and eyes is to avoid the allergenic pollen. However, as this is often not possible, there are also a number of drugs that provide relief. Antihistamines or cortisone in the form of nasal sprays or eye drops help to counteract the allergic reaction.
There are also tablets containing antihistamines that are used to treat hay fever. Another possibility is hyposensitization, in which the body is slowly accustomed to the allergenic substance during a vaccination cure. So far, this is the only possibility to improve the symptoms of an allergy in the long term or to treat it completely.
Various household remedies can help with a burning sensation in the nose. To soothe and moisten the irritated nasal mucous membrane, a nasal shower with salt water can be carried out. Nasal rinsing helps against a dry nose, but also for flu-like infections or hay fever.
The nasal douche cleans the nose and simply rinses away pollen or pathogens. Nose showers are available in every pharmacy. Another proven household remedy for a burning nose is steam inhalation with essential herbs.
To do this, pour hot water into a bowl and add essential oils. Alternatively, peppermint or chamomile tea can be used. Pharmacies also sell special salt that can be used for inhalation and moistens the nasal mucous membrane.
Duration
The duration of a burning nose depends largely on the cause. If the nasal mucosa is dry, measures such as air humidification or nasal sprays can be taken which act quickly and alleviate the burning sensation. Burning in the nose as a side effect of a pollen allergy continues until the triggering stimulus (the pollen) is no longer inhaled or the person affected has taken anti-allergic medication.
