PROGRES.ID – Han So Hee, a renowned South Korean actress, recently captured public attention with her confession that she had undergone nasal surgery.
According to the news she shared through her social media, the procedure was deemed necessary as she was suffering from rhinitis, which was disrupting her ability to breathe normally.
In her Instagram post, Han So Hee wrote, “(It’s been) a long time since we met! I hope you’re all doing well. Finally!!! I had rhinitis surgery. This is because one day I began to have difficulty breathing through both nostrils.”
As it turns out, rhinitis was also causing Han So Hee other issues, such as unexpected snoring, which became a source of stress and frustration as she couldn’t breathe normally.
What Is Rhinitis?
According to the Ministry of Health (Kemenkes), rhinitis is a condition that causes a blocked, sneezing, and runny nose. If this condition persists for an extended period without an apparent cause, it is referred to as allergic rhinitis.
Non-allergic rhinitis also exists, which is not triggered by allergies and often occurs in children and adults. Common symptoms associated with non-allergic rhinitis include a blocked or runny nose, sneezing, throat mucus, and cough.
While the exact cause of non-allergic rhinitis is not clearly known, experts suggest that blood vessels in the nose may dilate and fill the tissues lining the inside of the nose, which can be triggered by various factors such as air irritants, weather, infections, food and drinks, medications, hormonal changes, and sleep problems.
Complications of Rhinitis
Individuals with non-allergic rhinitis are at risk of experiencing complications such as nasal polyps, inflammation of the mucous membranes, and disruptions in daily life that can affect work or other activities.
On the other hand, allergic rhinitis, as explained by the Cleveland Clinic, can also manifest symptoms such as fever, sneezing, nasal congestion, itchy nose, and watery eyes. Triggers for these symptoms can include pollen from trees or plants, mold spores, pet dander, mites, dust, or pollutants.
If you are experiencing the complaints or symptoms mentioned above, it is crucial to promptly seek healthcare services for appropriate treatment and management. This is to prevent the symptoms from worsening and to prevent sufferers from enduring their condition for an extended period.
