Rhinitis

This small, early-stage trial tested a combination of a steroid spray (triamcinolone) and a decongestant spray (oxymetazoline) to help people who were dependent on decongestants stop using them. The study planned to slowly reduce the decongestant dose while keeping the steroid st…

This study tested whether teaching teens and young adults (ages 14-29) the correct way to use nasal sprays for hay fever would improve their symptoms compared to standard care. The trial was terminated early and enrolled only 18 participants. The goal was to see if repeat educati…

This study tested whether using the SinuSonic device—a handheld tool that uses sound and gentle pressure to relieve nasal congestion—could also improve anxiety, depression, and overall well-being in adults with chronic stuffy nose. Sixteen participants used the device for 5 weeks…

This study aimed to track lung function in children born prematurely (before 37 weeks) aged 3 to 5 years, comparing them to full-term children. Researchers used breathing tests and samples to look for early signs of asthma and allergies. The study was terminated early, so results…