Generally speaking, acupuncture is effective in treating rhinitis.
In Chinese medicine, rhinitis is categorized as nasal congestion, which is mainly related to the attack of external evils, the deficiency of positive qi, the dampness and heat of the spleen and stomach, as well as the depression and heat of the liver and gallbladder. For treatment, one can choose the Yintang, Yingxiang, Shangyingxiang, Hegu, Lejiao, and Tongtian points.
The Yintang, Yingxiang and Yingxiang points are located at the upper part of the nose and the side of the nose, and are the key points for treating nasal abyss. These three points work in conjunction with each other to dissipate stagnant heat and clear the nasal orifices.
The Hegu and Liejiao points belong to the Hand Yangming Large Intestine Meridian and the Hand Taiyin Lung Meridian respectively, and are selected to follow the method of matching points of the external and internal meridians, which can clear heat and evil from the lungs.
Tongtian acupoint is an effective point for the treatment of nasal diseases, which can clear the nasal orifices and cooperate with other acupoints, belonging to the three-part matching method.
Acupuncture treatment of rhinitis has a certain degree of efficacy, if there is any discomfort, it is recommended to go to a regular medical institution in time to avoid delays in the condition.