This causes the nasal membranes to swell up. Rhinitis refers to the inflammation of mucous membranes that line the nose. It is characterized by runny, itchy nose. Rhinitis could be allergic as well as non-allergic in nature. One may develop such symptoms on coming into contact with environmental irritants.
holistic approach. A term referring to a healthcare philosophy in which the entire patient is evaluated and treated. Describing an approach to patient care in the UK in which the physical, mental and social factors in the patient's condition, rather than just the diagnosed disease, are taken into account. holistic approach.
1. Of or relating to holism. 2. a. Emphasizing the importance of the whole and the interdependence of its parts. b. Concerned with wholes rather than analysis or separation into parts: holistic medicine; holistic ecology.. Of or relating to holism. 2. a. Emphasizing the importance of the whole and the interdependence of its parts. b. Concerned with wholes rather than analysis or separation into parts: holistic medicine; holistic ecology.