Gestational — Rhinitis

Very. Up to 30-40% of pregnant women experience it, often peaking in the second and third trimesters.

Dry air can irritate already inflamed nasal membranes. Using a cool-mist humidifier in your bedroom while you sleep can keep the air moist, helping you breathe easier at night. gestational rhinitis

The exact cause is unknown, but several physiological changes during pregnancy contribute to the condition: Rhinitis and pregnancy: literature review - Elsevier Using a cool-mist humidifier in your bedroom while

| Medication | Pregnancy Safety | |------------|------------------| | (Budesonide/Rhinocort®, Fluticasone/Flonase®) | Generally considered safe (Category B). Takes days to work but effective. | | Oral decongestants (Pseudoephedrine/Sudafed®) | Avoid in 1st trimester. Use sparingly in 2nd/3rd only if OB approves – can affect uterine blood flow. | | Decongestant nasal sprays (Afrin®, oxymetazoline) | Avoid – can cause rebound congestion and may affect blood pressure. | | Antihistamines (Claritin®, Zyrtec®, Benadryl®) | Safe for allergic rhinitis, but usually ineffective for gestational rhinitis. | | | Antihistamines (Claritin®