Allergic rhinitis is an inflammation of the nasal passages. This means that you get a runny nose when you are exposed to an allergen. Also eyes are sometimes affected by getting symptoms like redness, itchiness and swelling. When you inhale the allergen, which might be dust or pollen for example, you get these kinds of reactions. In addition it can cause other afflictions, such as eczema and asthma. How can this condition be treated?
Allergic Rhinitis Symptoms:
– Stuffy nose
– Coughing
– Swollen eyes
– Clogged ears
– Sore throat
– Fatigue
– Headache
– Memory problems
Causes for Allergic Rhinitis
This affliction is caused partly because of hereditary factors. Environment plays a part in that when you are not exposed to allergens enough as a child it is more likely that your body does not adapt to it later.
Treatment
For treatment of allergic rhinitis, please refer to instructions of how to fight allergies that affect the nose and eyes. A visit to the doctor is recommendable in order to test what kind of allergy you have and to know how to treat it.
– Medicines
Over the counter medicines are available. It is recommendable to see a doctor before starting medication. Medicines for allergic rhinitis include antihistamines, corticosteroids for nose and throat ailments and eye drops to relieve eye symptoms such as itching.
– Immunotherapy
Immunotherapy will help to get the immune system in the body to get used to the allergen thereby relieving symptoms. This involves being exposed to an allergen in small doses so that no severe reaction can occur.
– Cleaning the sinuses
Cleaning out nasal passages with water or saline is often effective in relieving symptoms because it helps to get rid of bacteria.
– Asthma treatment
Allergic rhinitis can also cause asthma symptoms. Allergic rhinitis related asthma is usually treated with steroids that are inhaled or sprayed in the nose.
