Managing Seasonal Allergic Rhinitis

Allergic reactions to seasonal pollens causing sneezing, congestion, and itchy eyes.
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Prepared by Lee Cheng, reviewed by Dr. Helena Rodriguez

Seasonal Allergic Rhinitis FAQ


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What is seasonal allergic rhinitis?

Seasonal: Also known as hay fever, seasonal allergic rhinitis occurs most often in the spring, summer, and fall. Common irritants are pollen or mold. Symptoms resolve as the seasonal irritants become less prevalent. Perennial: Perennial allergic rhinitis occurs year-round.

What is allergic rhinitis?

Allergic rhinitis is where your nose gets irritated by something you're allergic to, such as pollen, causing sneezing and other symptoms. For most people it's easy to treat with medicines from a pharmacist. Common symptoms of allergic rhinitis are similar to a cold and include:

Do you have seasonal allergies?

Relieve seasonal allergies with these tried-and-true techniques. Spring means flower buds and blooming trees — and if you're one of the millions of people who have seasonal allergies, it also means sneezing, congestion, a runny nose and other bothersome symptoms.

Do you have seasonal allergies – hay fever or allergic rhinitis?

Seasonal allergies — also called hay fever and allergic rhinitis — can make you miserable. But before you settle for plastic flowers and artificial turf, try these simple strategies to keep seasonal allergies under control. To reduce your exposure to the things that trigger your allergy signs and symptoms (allergens):

What causes seasonal rhinitis?

It is usually accompanied by allergic conjunctivitis. Perennial rhinitis — Symptoms occur throughout the year, typically due to allergens from house dust mites and animal dander. Symptoms will vary with the environment, however.

Is allergic rhinitis seasonal or perennial?

Allergic rhinitis can also be classified as seasonal or perennial. This may be inconsistent, however, and clinically it may be more useful to use the intermittent or persistent classification above. Seasonal rhinitis — Symptoms occur at the same time each year in response to a seasonal allergen.

What are the symptoms of allergic rhinitis?

Common symptoms of allergic rhinitis are similar to a cold and include: This usually happens within minutes of coming into contact with something you're allergic to. Allergic rhinitis is caused by an allergic reaction. You're more likely to get an allergy if people in your family also have them or conditions such as eczema and asthma.

When does allergic rhinitis start?

Allergic rhinitis can begin at any age, although most people first develop symptoms in childhood or young adulthood. The symptoms are often most severe in children and in people in their 30s and 40s. However, the severity of symptoms tends to vary throughout a person's life. Some people go through periods during which they have no symptoms at all.

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