• Allergic Rhinitis - Corticosteroids
• Highlights
• Introduction
• Causes
• Risk Factors
• Prognosis
• Complications

Lifestyle Changes

People with existing allergies should avoid irritants or allergens. These triggers include:

• Pollen. This is the primary cause of allergic rhinitis.
• Dust mites, specifically mite feces, which are coated with enzymes that contain a powerful allergen. These are the primary allergens inside the home.
• Animal dander (flakes of skin) and hair from cats, house mice, and dogs. House mice are a significant source of allergens, particularly in urban children.
• Molds.
• Fungi.
• Cockroaches are major...