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I got an itchy nose every time I used this one bench in our lab, which I thought was psychosomatic because I use really toxic chemicals over there so knew I couldn't touch my face.

Then the ceiling tiles were replaced, removing a mouldy patch, and voila, itch free experiments. It was a small area a long way off and the itch was really specific, just on the tip and one side of my nose, so allergies can be weird. Oh yeah, when mine gets really bad I buy antihistamine cream. It's designed for bug bites but rubbing it on the itchy part of my nose works quite well. This is outside my nose, not inside. Would nasal spray help? It feel just like when a hair ends up on your face.

It is a very peculiar thing. I might have to try some antihistamine. You're a dude, mid 20's.

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I know it feels like it's on the outside of your nose, but Otherwise, any flaking or general dryness from the cold weather? Couldn't hurt trying a facial moisturizer. My skin is not dry, either. I moisturize my face daily.

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I have a point on the outside of my left ear that constantly itches, but it's not skin related. Scratching doesn't touch the itch. It's like the itch is deeper under the skin. My doctor said it's a nerve that's basically misfiring and telling my brain there is something tickling there when there isn't and to try to ignore it. Not the most comforting advice, but it sounds like you could have something similar. Mine started about 2 years ago.

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The spray is either a steroid or a antihistamine that works to stop the allergic reaction. It's somewhat localised in that it works best right where you've sprayed it but the drugs do go systemic to some extent too. So spraying the active ingredient inside your nose is often enough to stop the itching on the outside of your nose, but maybe not to stop an allergic reaction on your hand for example.

Unfortunately my itch is really hard to treat so when it hits the spray isn't enough I actually have permission from my Dr to take double the standard antihistamine tablet dose for this , although the spray does a good job of keeping down my nasal congestion.

It might be enough for you. Either way antihistamine spray or tablets or cream can be bought OTC and is unlikely to hurt if it's not an allergy, so might as well give it a try. I have migraines, and one of the symptoms I get around those is the feeling that a single hair is being lightly dragged across my left cheek, always in the same spot. It is disconcerting, and it sounds similar to your experience.

Bodies do some crazy things. My nasal spray is Astelin, which I think is the only spray with an antihistamine rather than corticosteroid, so yes, it does help with the itching. Otherwise yeah, I'd need a pill of some kind. Somewhat related, but I have recurring experiences of the "burning ears" syndrome and it drives me up the wall. After many years of trying to discover the biological basis for my problem, the only 'medical' advice I have ever received is: Anti-histamine topical cream might work in your case, and I hope it does, because I am stuck with my curse.

Human bodies are weird. It means someone, somewhere is talking about you. You need to get them to stop. Try taking an antihistamine pill. I have an allergy to wool. Rhinitis can also occur without allergies. Examples include viral rhinitis the common cold ; drug-induced rhinitis possible culprits include Viagra and the other ED pills, the alpha blockers used for benign prostatic hyperplasia, the ACE inhibitors and beta blockers used for hypertension, and aspirin and nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs ; and hormonal rhinitis including the "pregnant nose" experienced by some women.

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In some people, exercise, eating, and exposure to cold or dry air, air pollutants, or strong smells can trigger rhinitis. Inflammation is absent in nonallergic rhinitis, and the symptoms are limited to a runny, stuffy nose. A final category of rhinitis can be particularly tricky. It's rhinitis medicamentosa, irritation of the nasal membranes caused by overuse of decongestant nasal sprays such as phenylephrine and oxymetazoline that some people use for quick relief of allergic rhinitis.

Nearly everyone with allergic rhinitis complains of an itchy, stuffy, runny nose. Sneezing is nearly as common, and a postnasal drip can trigger coughing. Typical symptoms extend beyond the nose to include an itchy or sore throat and itchy, burning, watery eyes that may look red due to allergic conjunctivitis.


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Other allergy-related disorders such as eczema may also be present. Some patients have nasal polyps, a deviated nasal septum, or sinusitis. Most people with allergic rhinitis can diagnose the problem themselves simply by recognizing typical symptoms. In complicated cases, an ENT ear, nose, and throat specialist can check for polyps and other nasal abnormalities.

If it is important to identify specific allergic triggers, allergists can perform skin tests; the so-called RAST blood test can also help pin down the culprits. Three strategies are available: Many treatments are available. Here's a quick summary of the major types. Antihistamine tablets will help most patients.

For the majority of people, one of the less sedating preparations will be best. Many are available over the counter, such as loratadine Alavert, Claritin, generic , cetirizine Zyrtec, generic , and fexofenadine Allegra, generic. High doses can produce sleepiness and dry mouth; men with benign prostatic hyperplasia BPH may have difficulty urinating. Nasal steroid sprays are very effective but usually take several days to kick in. Like the oral antihistamines, these drugs can relieve eye symptoms as well as nose symptoms.

Examples include budesonide Rhinocort Allergy , fluticasone Flonase Allergy Relief , and triamcinolone Nasacort Allergy 24HR , which are available without prescription. If I stay up, I can google on how mucus is created. Who cares what causes it! Use it as a gift! An excuse to put your finger up there and feel around Of course your own finger. You need to be a member in order to leave a comment.

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