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Allergic Rhinitis
Alternate Names : Hay Fever, Nasal Allergies
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Allergic Rhinitis Prognosis (Expectations)
Most symptoms of allergic rhinitis can be readily treated.
In some cases (particularly children), people may outgrow an allergy as the immune system becomes less sensitive to the allergen. However, as a general rule, once a substance causes allergies for an individual, it can continue to affect the person over the long term.
More severe cases of allergic rhinitis require immunotherapy (allergy shots) or removal of tissue in the nose (e.g., nasal polyps) or sinuses.
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• Definition
• Allergic Rhinitis Overview, Causes, & Risk Factors
• Allergic Rhinitis Symptoms & Signs
• Allergic Rhinitis Prevention
• Allergic Rhinitis Diagnosis & Tests
• Allergic Rhinitis Treatment
• Allergic Rhinitis Prognosis
• Allergic Rhinitis Complications
• Calling Your Health Care Provider
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Topics that might be of interest to you Diseases & Conditions
• Allergies
• Allergy to Mold - Dander - Dust
• Anaphylaxis
• Asthma
• Eczema (Atopic Dermatitis)
Tests & Exams
• Allergy Testing
Other Topics
• Allergen
• Allergic Reactions
• Antibody
• Antigen
• Cough
• Drowsiness
• Eye Redness
• Headache
• Immune Response
• Itching
• Nasal Congestion
• Nasal Discharge
• Smell - Impaired
• Sneezing
• Sore Throat
• Tearing - Increased
• Wheezing
Review Date : 2/10/2003
Reviewed By : Frederic F. Little, M.D., Department of Allergy and Pulmonary/Critical Care Medicine, Boston University School of Medicine, Boston, MA. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network.
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