Allergic Response
- Hay Fever (Allergic Rhinitis)
- What Is It? & Symptoms
- Diagnosis & Expected Duration
- Prevention & Treatment
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Diagnosis
Your doctor will ask you about your symptoms, especially about when you have them and whether they occur outdoors or indoors. Your doctor also will ask about your family history of allergies and your personal history of allergy-related conditions, including eczema, hives and asthma.
Your doctor will make the diagnosis of hay fever based on your allergy history, the timing and appearance of your symptoms and the results of your physical examination. During your physical examination,...
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From Our Sources
Allergic reactions
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Allergic reactions are sensitivities to substances, called allergens, that come into contact with the skin, nose, eyes, respiratory tract, and... Read more »
Allergic Rhinitis: Introduction
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
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Allergic Rhinitis: Causes
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
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Allergic Rhinitis: Highlights
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Allergic RhinitisAllergic rhinitis is the body's response to outdoor or indoor allergens. Outdoor triggers of allergic rhinitis include ragweed,... Read more »
Allergic Rhinitis
Source: HealthCentral Encyclopedia
Allergic rhinitis is an inflammation of the nasal passages, usually associated with watery nasal discharge and itching of the nose and eyes.Allergic... Read more »
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