Vasomotor rhinitis (non-allergic rhinitis) is a disorder characterised by either a runny or stuffy nose in the absence of allergies. Characteristics include nasal congestion, postnasal drip, sneezing, and a runny nose brought on by outside stimuli such as odours, tobacco or wood smoke, or changes in temperature or humidity. In contrast to allergic rhinitis, vasomotor rhinitis does not involve your immune system. This explains why it is a chronic condition. Nasal decongestants, antihistamines, or nasal steroid sprays can be used to treat vasomotor rhinitis. If you've been suffering from persistent nasal symptoms without an underlying allergic cause, you could be a candidate for vascular motor rhinitis.
