Allergic rhinitis affects about 20 percent of the American population and ranks as one of the most common illnesses in the U.S. The symptoms occur in the nose and eyes and usually occur after exposure to dust, danders, or certain seasonal pollens in people that are allergic to these substances.
Two-thirds of all patients have symptoms of allergic rhinitis...
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In most cases, a diagnosis of allergic rhinitis can be established on the basis of the patient's symptoms without any testing. The doctor will ask... Read more »
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ImmunotherapyImmunotherapy (commonly called "allergy shots") is a safe and effective treatment for patients with allergies. It is based on the... Read more »
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Allergic rhinitis is a collection of symptoms, mostly in the nose and eyes, which occur when you breathe in something you are allergic to, such as... Read more »
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Hay fever; Nasal allergiesPreventionSymptoms can sometimes be prevented by avoiding known allergens. During the pollen season, people with hay fever... Read more »