Hey guys,
After years of research and seeing doctors who couldn't isolate my illness, I've narrowed my problem down to non-allergic rhinitis (I think). Basically, I wake up in the morning fine. But if I start talking for a while (usually 20 minutes), I feel tightness in my throat. My eyelids become red and inflammed, the inside of my nose gets inflammed and I feel like my nostrils are smaller. I also sometimes feel pain in my nasopharynx area.
I feel tired if I keep talking, and start yawning and wanting to sleep.
The time it takes for this feeling to occur depends on the weather. Rainy days are worse. It's also worse in dry conditions like with air conditioning.
I still haven't heard of anyone else who has this probem. It's affected my life for 5 years now. I'd really like help. I've done nasal rinsing, which doesn't make a noticable difference. I can also wear a surgical mask which helps quite a bit, but I don't want to spend my life wearing that!
I'd appreciate your suggestions on things I should try. Thanks!