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Health Encyclopedia: Allergic Rhinitis Diagnosis

Diagnosis


To determine the cause of allergic rhinitis, the doctor will ask a number of questions about:

  • Time of day and year of rhinitis episodes. Rhinitis that appears seasonally is typically due to pollens and outdoor allergens. If symptoms occur throughout the year, the doctor will suspect perennial allergic or non-allergic rhinitis.
  • Family history of allergies.
  • History of medical problems.
  • In women, if they are pregnant or takingdrugs that contain estrogen(oral contraceptives, hormone replacement...
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