Allergic Rhinitis - symptom, treatment of Allergic Rhinitis
Synonyms and related keywords: seasonal allergic rhinitis, perennial allergic rhinitis, hayfever, allergies, seasonal allergies, nasal membrane inflammation, runny nose, stuffy head, nasal congestion, sinus pressure, rhinorrhea, otitis media, eustachian tube dysfunction, acute sinusitis, chronic sinusitis
Non-Allergic Allergic Rhinitis
This type of rhinitis is not as well understood. Although not triggered by allergy, the symptoms are often the same as seen with allergic rhinitis. Although the symptoms are similar, allergy skin test results are negative. Nasal polyps may also be seen with this type of rhinitis.
Vasomotor Allergic Rhinitis
Common symptoms of vasomotor rhinitis are often nasal congestion and postnasal drip. A person with this type of rhinitis may have symptoms when exposed to temperature and humidity changes. Symptoms may also occur with exposure to smoke, odors and emotional upsets. Allergy skin test results are negative.
Infectious Allergic Rhinitis
This can occur as a cold, which may clear rapidly or continue with symptoms longer than a week. Some people may also develop an acute or chronic bacterial sinus infection. Symptoms include an increased amount of colored (yellow-green) and thickened nasal discharge and nasal congestion.
Allergic Rhinitis Medicamentosa
This type of rhinitis is seen with long-term use of decongestant nasal sprays or recreational use of cocaine. Symptoms may include nasal congestion and postnasal drip. Decongestant nasal sprays are intended for short-term use only. Over-use can cause rebound nasal congestion. It is very important for a person with rebound congestion to work closely with a doctor to gradually decrease the nasal spray.
Mechanical Obstruction of Allergic Rhinitis
This is most often seen with a deviated septum or enlarged adenoids. Symptoms often include nasal obstruction, that may be one sided.
Hormonal
This type of rhinitis is often seen with changes in the hormones. This often occurs during pregnancy, puberty, menses or hypothyroidism.
How is Rhinitis Diagnosed?
Often a person may have more than one types of rhinitis. In making the diagnosis, an evaluation by your doctor may include:
- History The doctor will ask questions about your health and your symptoms.
- Physical exam
- Nasal smears
- Nasal secretions are examined under a microscope.
- Allergy testing Skin testing by a board-certified allergist is often recommended for someone with recurrent symptoms. A positive skin test often is seen with allergies. In most cases, an allergic person will react to more than one substance. Your doctor will compare your prick skin test results with your history of symptoms.
Symptom of Allergic Rhinitis
Common symptom of Allergic Rhinitis include
- a clear, watery nasal discharge,
- itchy nose, and
- sneezing with watery and
- itchy eyes
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