Allergic rhinitis includes hay fever, and presents with sneezing and more.
All of these are symptoms ofallergic rhinitis, also known ashay fever.
This article will explain allergic rhinitis symptoms andcausesand ways to treat it.
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What Is Allergic Rhinitis?
These occur when you breathe in something youre allergic to, like dust, pollen, or pet hair.
It can also happen when you eat certain foods.
Types of Allergic Rhinitis
The term allergic rhinitis is often used interchangeably with hay fever.
However, hay fever is actually a subtype of allergic rhinitis.
There are two types ofnose allergies:
Some people also suffer fromnonallergic rhinitis.
Healthcare providers arent sure what causes nonallergic rhinitis.
If you have allergic rhinitis, your body releases a chemical called histamine when you breathe in an allergen.
Nose allergy can be treated with lifestyle changes, over-the-counter medications, and prescriptions.
Children with allergic rhinitis might outgrow their symptoms.
However, if you notice any changes to your allergy symptoms you should speak with your healthcare provider.
Its characterized by sneezing, a runny nose, and other symptoms.
If you find yourself sneezing or getting a runny nose frequently, take note of any patterns you notice.
Then, speak with your healthcare provider about allergic rhinitis and what treatments might work for you.
For people with hay fever, episodes can last weeks or more.
If you experience allergic rhinitis, taking an antihistamine can help alleviate symptoms.
Allergic rhinitis generally doesnt have serious side effects.
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American Academy of Family Physicians.What is allergic rhinitis?
American Family Physician.Chronic nonallergic rhinitis.
