Allergic rhinitisDiagnosis

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.

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