Question
A reader asks about their child who was diagnosed with atopic rhinitis at the age of 4, with symptoms limited to a runny nose. Now, in first grade, the child is showing signs of difficulty concentrating and poor memory. The child feels as though there are many wires connecting to numerous light bulbs in their head, which makes memorization difficult during learning, but there are no other issues in daily life.
Answer
This could be a symptom of chronic rhinitis. Chronic rhinitis is a chronic inflammation of the nasal mucosa and submucosal layer, characterized by a course lasting over three months or recurrent episodes, with intermittent periods unable to return to normal. There are no specific pathogenic microorganisms involved, and it often accompanies symptoms such as nasal congestion, increased secretions, and swelling or thickening of the nasal mucosa. In traditional Chinese medicine, this is referred to as “nasal dampness,” and treatment can be administered with the use of the Chuan Ear Seed Powder.