Things to know about allergic rhinitis

Allergic rhinitis is an inflammation of the nasal mucosa, caused by the body's immune system overreacting to external environmental agents.

This reaction causes symptoms such as itchy nose, runny nose, stuffy nose... Agents that cause allergic reactions are called allergens.

Symptoms of allergic rhinitis

- Prolonged runny nose, especially in the morning or cold weather.

- Runny nose or down the throat. Nasal discharge may be clear or yellow-green when there is also sinusitis.

- Itchy and watery eyes.

- Itching in the ears, nose and throat.

- Symptoms are often long-lasting, can occur all year round or only at certain times of the year. Allergic rhinitis can cause more serious diseases such as: sinusitis, nasal polyps, otitis media, worsening asthma...

Allergens that often cause allergic rhinitis

Pollen

House dust

- Pet hair such as dogs, cats…

- Chemical vapors.

- Dust of all kinds, especially cigarette smoke.

- Cold air.

- Even some foods can cause allergic rhinitis..

Treatment of allergic rhinitis

- The first thing to do is to stay away from factors that can cause allergic rhinitis:

- Clean the house.

- Avoid keeping and coming into contact with animals such as dogs, cats, etc.

- Avoid exposure to cold wind, smoke, dust, and chemical fumes.

- Stay indoors during the flower blooming season, there is a lot of pollen in the air.

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