Effect of Microplastic Inhalation on Allergic and Nonallergic Rhinitis

= .04) determine the likelihood of sneezing.ConclusionsIn this study, regardless of allergy or nonallergy, higher microplastic density was found in NLF of rhinitis patients than healthy individuals. We also found quantifiable and noteworthy concentrations of microplastics in the nasal lavage of control group. These results support the idea that microplastics cause inflammation in the upper airways.