a noun suffix having properly a diminutive force (now lost in many words): islet; tablet; midget; plummet. Compare -ette.
Pregnancy rhinitis is congestion or a stuffy nose during pregnancy. It may feel similar to the nasal congestion you get when you have a cold, but this condition is partly caused by hormonal changes during pregnancy. For example, a higher level of estrogen during pregnancy can cause the lining of the nasal passages to swell, producing more mucus. You also have more blood circulating during pregnancy, which can make the tiny blood vessels inside your nose swell and lead to nasal congestion.
Symptoms: You have a runny nose that just won't stop running. If it lasts more than 6 weeks, you might have a case of pregnancy rhinitis. Cause: An increase in hormones can cause the inside of your nose to swell and the mucus there to thicken. These two things together can cause you to feel the constant urge to sniff. If your nose constantly drips, you can thank hormones again.