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Allergic rhinitis is a condition that is often inherited and is characterised by nasal blockage and sneezing attacks. Hay fever is an example of allergic rhinitis. Common allergens include grass and tree pollen, house dust mites and animal fur.

The lining of the nose is sensitive in people with allergic rhinitis, and this causes swelling and increase in mucus production.

The swelling in the nose leads to nasal blockages and the excess mucus production leads to sneezing and watery discharge from the nose or eyes, as well as headaches and facial discomfort./p>

These symptoms can be seasonal or perennial.

One of the first steps in managing allergic rhinitis is to try and identify the allergen or substance causing the allergic reaction.

If a specific allergen is found, then steps to avoid contact with it should be taken.

Topical steroids could be prescribed and with this type of medication the symptoms may take several weeks to clear.

Antihistamines could also be prescribed and these are given in many forms to ease the symptoms of allergic rhinitis. They can be given topically (directly on the affected area) or orally.

To avoid allergic rhinitis you should try to avoid smoky environments, paints and air pollutants, reduce house dust mite by regularly vacuuming and washing furniture and toys can be helpful. Contact with pets such as cats and dogs should be avoided but if
you have these as pets then weekly washing and cleaning their bedding does help.

You should try to keep windows closed and wear sunglasses outside to give some protection against pollen and also avoid walking in parks in the morning and evenings when the pollen count is high.

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This is a web blog designed to offer both expert and novice comment on the general subject of Catarrh and the related Ear, Nose and Throat medical conditions. Catarrh.com hopes your visit will be helpful and informative.

This is a term which covers a myriad of Ear, Nose and Throat conditions. It is derived from the Greek word “kata” meaning “down”, and “rhin” meaning “nose”. Cattarhein was used to describe the change in shape of ape’s head as they began to resemble modern day humans. The nose became more downward facing as Darwinian change occurred. This was due to the apes developing and becoming more sophisticated, and was probably a consequence of walking on 2 legs rather than 4.

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Catarrhal symptoms are still generally thought of as originating in the nose, the “down” element usually due to the flow of mucous etc either down the nose, backwards into the throat (post nasal drip), or rhinorrhoea, which means “nose flowing” generally taken to mean mucous coming out of the front of the nose.