What causes the wings of the nose to itch? Environmental factors
A completely normal reaction of the human body to an irritant is a feeling of itching in the nose area. As a rule, the factors that contribute to the development of this symptom are the following:
- Suspended microparticles floating in the air (simply dust).
- Air humidity indicator. If the level of humidity is insufficient, the nasal mucosa “dries out,” which leads to the occurrence of the symptom in question.
- Aromatic substances or chemical compounds that have a strong, unpleasant odor. They have an irritating effect on the olfactory receptors, resulting in an itching sensation on the outer surface of the nose.
- Animal wool, bird fluff. Getting these objects (or just contacting them) causes severe itching. When a person sleeps on a feather pillow, the desire to scratch his nose is a completely normal reaction even for a healthy body. In an asthmatic, this factor often causes bronchospasm and the development of a severe attack.
- Plant pollen. During the period of intense flowering, even non-allergy sufferers (people who do not suffer from increased sensitization of the body) experience an itchy nose. Even greater discomfort is typical in this situation for patients with rhinitis or hay fever.
To establish the true factor that influenced the development of itching in the nasal area, and to select an effective course of treatment, it is necessary to recognize the accompanying symptoms.
Chemical irritants
Some medications can cause the symptom in question. Most often they are inhalations carried out with a solution of chlorophyllipt or other medications containing large quantities of essential oils. In all other cases, we have to talk about the development of an allergic reaction to taking the medication. It is mainly the wings of the nose that itch.
If your nostrils themselves itch?
A folk sign says: “The left nostril itches - minor troubles are approaching.”
Possible:
- everyday problems,
- family quarrels,
- bad news
- gossip of ill-wishers,
- obstacles in the service are likely.
Right:
- portends small surprises,
- present,
- increased attention from the opposite sex,
- successful purchase.
However, this will also mark the approach of a time of rapid change in various ways of life. There may be a change in terms of place of residence or work.
If itching occurs in both wings at once, this promises major changes in life, they can be positive or negative according to the prediction.
Diseases accompanied by itching
In most cases, the desire to scratch your nose is associated with some pathological process in the body. If your nose is very itchy, the reasons for this phenomenon are most often the following:
- Acute respiratory viral infections, simply put, are colds. The development of the inflammatory process and the resulting nasal congestion become factors that provoke the development of these symptoms.
- Infectious processes caused by mycotic skin lesions (fungus). As a rule, they arise due to decreased immunity, as well as an imbalance of microflora in the body (this is provoked by taking antibacterial drugs).
- Taking into account the fact that there are a large number of hair follicles in the nose, if at least one of them becomes infected, severe itching and pain will be observed in the affected area, and there will be a desire to scratch the outer surface.
- As a result of the burn of the nasal mucosa, its atrophy is formed. This leads to a lack of adequate secretion and hydration of the mucous membrane. Factors that cause its atrophy are not only burns, but also trauma, surgery, smoking and anemia. The hereditary factor is also of great importance in this situation. The skin over the entire surface of the nose will itch - these are the features of the innervation.
- Allergic reactions, which include rhinitis, hay fever and hay fever. The bottom line is that in an allergy sufferer a characteristic reaction is caused by a substance to which a healthy body would not react at all.
- Iatrogenic (medicinal) causes. Here we are not considering the case where the administration of one drug provokes the development of itching, but the effect caused by the accumulation of biochemically active substances in the human body. Such situations arise during self-medication, when a person arbitrarily prescribes a large number of sprays and drops and takes them uncontrollably.
When the nose itches, symptoms may differ in patients with similar causes of the disease.
The relationship between the origin of itching and its localization
If you pay attention to this dependence, it becomes easier to determine the origin of the pain symptom, especially if diagnostic capabilities are limited . You can even understand why the outside of your nose itches, and what exactly provokes the development of this situation.
- Itching spreads simultaneously to the nose and eyes. This type of symptomatology is characteristic of the development of an allergic reaction to cosmetics, pollen and various household chemicals.
- Itching, localized precisely in the area of the tip of the nose. It is provoked by neurological diseases that affect certain pairs of cranial nerves.
- Severe itching in the area of the outer segment of the new septum. It occurs due to the ingress of medications there, as well as due to the reduced humidity of the inhaled air.
- Itching in the area of the nose and forehead (specifically the skin). There is a parasitic mite (Demodex) that affects the skin on the face. In order to cope with this disease, you definitely need to consult a dermatovenerologist.
- Itching under the nose. The reasons that provoke its development: various mental health disorders, problems with hormonal regulation, as well as pregnancy or inhalation of certain vapor substances for a long time.
- Itching that extends to the wings of the nose. This symptom appears with various viral and bacterial infections, improper use of vasoconstrictor drops, and with some mycotic infections.
Why does it itch near the nostrils?
Burning around the nose can indicate the approach of an unfavorable time.
If there is scratching around the nostrils, this is an omen:
- bleak time
- problems,
- adversity,
- troubles.
Perhaps luck has taken a break and you should prepare to take the blow. The sign says that this moment in life will be quite difficult.
- Loss of money is predicted.
- Dismissal from work.
- Parting with a loved one.
- Scandals with relatives.
Advice! Even if all the sorrows of the world fall on a person, one should not give up. After a dark night there always comes a bright day.
However, in this case there is also a positive prediction. If the area around both nostrils itches, this may mean that you will soon receive a request to become a godfather.
Basic approaches to eliminating symptoms: what to do, how to treat
When determining the treatment approach, the origin of the itching will be decisive.
Infectious factors
In the event that it is provoked by infectious processes, the following drugs must be prescribed:
- Antibacterial (antibiotics) - Sumamed (aka Ormax, Azithromycin, Azithrosandoz), Cefix, Cefodox or Ampsulbin. The selection of the drug in each case is carried out taking into account the weight and age of the patient.
- Of the antiviral medications, it is best to use a spray called Nazoferon.
- Antiseptics have a detrimental effect on both bacteria and viruses. Drugs in this group include Okomistin and Oftamirin (drops that can also be used to treat infectious processes in the eyes and nose).
For allergies
Provided that the desire to scratch your nose is caused by an allergic process, treatment should include the following medications:
- Anti-inflammatory and antiallergic drugs of hormonal origin. These include Dexamethasone drops, as well as Hydrocortisone inhalations.
- Antihistamines - 1 tablet or injection of Tavegil and Suprastin will be enough to relieve itching. If there is a progressive reaction, it would be more correct if only one injection of suprastin is administered, and that’s it.
Neurology and fungus
If your nose itches badly and you suspect a fungal infection, then you must use antifungal agents - Clotrimazole ointment is suitable. As a last resort, you can use tablet forms - Fucis or Fluconazole 100 mg once.
Neurological problems are treated by using NSAIDs (non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs) (Diclofenac, Movalis, Xefocam) and metabolic drugs (Actovegin, Riboxin, Piracetam). If even after using these anti-inflammatory drugs the tip of the nose itches, then you should definitely go to a neurologist.
Prevention
A person needs to know the individual characteristics of his body. This is the only way to determine which of the provoking factors caused the disease and take appropriate measures. Provided that he is allergic, then he definitely should not be in nature during the period of intense flowering of herbs, and should not self-medicate. This can lead to much more undesirable consequences.
Prevention in all other cases boils down to the fact that an individual plan is developed for the patient regarding the precautions that he should adhere to so as not to provoke the development of itching of the skin and mucous membranes in the nasal area.
If your nose does not itch all the time, but periodically, then you need to pay attention to the relationship between the occurrence of this symptom and environmental factors, and only then take appropriate measures. As a rule, such a dependence is observed in the case of an allergic reaction to flowering herbs or courses of treatment that are carried out at certain intervals.
Why does the bridge of the nose itch?
Good and bad predictions are associated with this sign.
Good signs:
- financial enrichment, salary increase;
- good luck in trading;
- big win is likely;
- receiving an inheritance;
- jackpot in gambling;
- winning the competition;
- meeting a like-minded person of the opposite sex;
- romance at work, although it will end quickly.
Bad interpretations:
- serious illness of yourself or a relative;
- death of a loved one;
- family disagreements with a violent outburst of emotions;
- great hassle associated with moving;
- dismissal.
Reference! To get rid of a negative prediction, just cross yourself three times, scratch the itchy spot and read the Lord’s Prayer.
