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.
If you have frequent nosebleeds, you could have a more serious problem. Dry air is the most common cause of nosebleeds. Living in a dry climate and using a central heating system can dry out the nasal membranes, which are tissues inside the nose.This dryness causes crusting inside the nose.Crusting may itch or become irritated.requent nose blowing is another cause of nosebleeds. Other common causes of nosebleeds include: 1  foreign object stuck in the nose. 2  chemical irritants. 3  allergic reaction. 4  injury to the nose. 5  repeated sneezing. 6  picking the nose.