ALLERGIC RHINITIS
Allergic rhinitis affects between 10 % to 30 % of the world population 1
What is Allergic Rhinitis?
Allergic rhinitis, also known as hay fever, is defined by a group of symptoms affecting the nose. 2
This does not mean that you have to be exposed to hay to have
symptoms, and hay does not cause a fever. 2
You experience allergic rhinitis and its associated symptoms if you are susceptible to allergic rhinitis and inhale an allergen. 2
Your body’s immune system may
react in response to this allergen and cause the symptoms associated with allergic rhinitis.
What are Allergic Rhinitis Symptoms?
The severity of symptoms during an allergic reaction can vary widely. Some symptoms of an allergic reaction include: 2
Runny nose
or postnasal
drainage
Stuffy
Nose
Itching, usually
in the nose,
mouth, eyes,
or throat
Red,
swollen, and
watery eyes
Sneezing
with watery
discharge
Cough that
may be dry
and chronic
How Can You Manage Allergic Rhinitis?
Good allergy management is based on your medical history, how severe your symptoms are, and the results of any allergy tests you may have had. 6
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