nasal irritation

Itchy nose feeling

Nasal irritation is discomfort in the nose—burning, itching, stinging, or a raw sensation in the nasal passages.

Common causes include dry air, allergens, strong odors, and respiratory infections.

The chlorine caused nasal irritation that lasted for hours.

The phrase appears frequently in medical contexts and product warnings.

Related
  • sneezeExplosive nasal reflex
  • itchyProvoking scratching urges
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  • tickleTouch provoking involuntary laughter
  • mucusProtective bodily secretion

congestion · runny · stuffy · sinus pressure · allergies · allergy season · pollen · dust · dust mites · sniffling · burning · dryness · dry air · sinuses · histamine · watery · inflammation · scratch

Opposites
nasal comfort

nasal irritationsinus relief

Easing of nasal pressure

clear sinuses · open airways

Family

nasal, nasally, nasalize, nasalization, nares, nose, nosed, nosy, nosily

Familiarity
Top 500,000
Profile
Known to kids · Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Negative · Everyday, not technical · Rated G