Allergic rhinitis, or hay fever, is an allergic response to specific allergens. Pollen is the most common allergen in seasonal allergic rhinitis. These are allergy symptoms that occur with the change of seasons.
Common Symptoms:
- Sneezing
- Runny nose
- Stuffy nose
- Itchy nose
- Coughing
- Sore or scratchy throat
- Itchy eyes
- Watery eyes
- Dark circles under the eyes
- Frequent headaches
- Excessive fatigue
Causes:
When your body comes into contact with an allergen it releases histamine which is a natural chemical that defends your body from the allergen. This chemical can cause allergic rhinitis and its symptoms.
Other causes include:
- Cigarette smoke
- Chemicals
- Cold temperatures
- Humidity
- Wind
- Air-pollution
- Hairspray
- Perfumes
- Colognes
- Wood smoke
- Fumes
Diagnosis and Treatment:
- Physical examination
- Skin prick test
- Blood test (radioallergosorbent test {RAST})
Treatments include:
- General medications
- Antihistamines
- Decongestants
- Eye drops
- Nasal sprays
- Immunotherapy (allergy shots)
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