Allergic rhinitisOverview
Allergic rhinitis is inflammation of the inside of the nose caused by an allergen, such as pollen, dust, mould or flakes of skin from certain animals.
overview
Allergic rhinitis is where an allergy to something like pollen, dust or mould irritates your nose and causes cold-like symptoms.
symptoms
Symptoms of allergic rhinitis include sneezing, itchiness and a blocked or runny nose.
causes
Common allergies that cause allergic rhinitis include hay fever and allergies to mould, house dust mites and animals.
treatments_overview
You can ease symptoms of allergic rhinitis with antihistamines and rinsing your nose with salt water. A GP can prescribe a steroid nasal spray.
Page last reviewed: 29/04/2019
Next review due: 29/04/2022