What is irritant rhinitis?
A person with irritant rhinitis has inflammation of the nasal passages, caused by some substance that irritates the tissue in the nose.

What are the symptoms of irritant rhinitis?
Common symptoms of irritant rhinitis include a runny nose or nasal congestion. Additional symptoms include nasal itching, sneezing, and sore throat.

How does the doctor treat irritant rhinitis?
Treatment for irritant rhinitis includes avoiding the irritating substance. The application of petroleum jelly in the nose may help to soothe the mucus membranes.