ALLERGIC RHINITIS

What is allergic rhinitis?

Allergic rhinitis (hay fever) is an allergic reaction to tiny particles in the air called allergens. When we breathe in allergens through our nose or mouth, our body reacts by releasing a natural chemical called histamine. Several indoor and outdoor allergens cause hay fever.

It is a common disorder that is strongly linked to asthma and conjunctivitis. It is usually a long-standing condition that often goes undetected in the primary-care setting. The classic symptoms of the disorder are nasal congestion, nasal itch, rhinorrhea and sneezing. A thorough history, physical examination and allergen skin testing are important for establishing the diagnosis of allergic rhinitis. 

Causes

We have an allergy when our body overreacts to things that don’t cause problems for most people. These things are called allergens. If we have allergies, our body releases chemicals when we are exposed to an allergen. One such chemical is called histamine. Histamine is our body’s defense against the allergen. The release of histamine causes our symptoms.

Hay fever is an allergic reaction to pollen. Pollen comes from flowering trees, grass, and weeds. If we are allergic to pollen, we will notice our symptoms are worse on hot, dry days when wind carries the pollen. On rainy days, pollen often is washed to the ground, which means we are less likely to breathe it.

• Allergies that occur in the spring (late April and May) are often due to tree pollen.

• Allergies that occur in the summer (late May to mid-July) are often due to grass and weed pollen.

• Allergies that occur in the fall (late August to the first frost) are often due to ragweed.

• Allergens that can cause perennial allergic rhinitis include:

• Mold: Mold is common where water tends to collect, such as shower curtains and damp basements. It can also be found in rotting logs, hay, and mulch. This allergy is usually worse during humid and rainy weather.

• Animal dander: The skin, saliva, and urine of furry pets such as cats and dogs are allergens. You can be exposed to dander when handling an animal or from house dust that contains dander.

• Dust: Many allergens, including dust mites, are in dust. Dust mites are tiny living creatures found in bedding, mattresses, carpeting, and upholstered furniture. They live on dead skin cells and other things found in house dust.

Risk factors 

Risk Factors for Allergic Rhinitis

• Genetic Predisposition

• Exposure to House Allergens

• Exposure to Smoke

• High Pollen Count

• Occupational Hazards

• Allergic Rhinitis Treatment in Will County & DuPage County, IL.

Types

 There are two main types of allergic rhinitis – ‘Seasonal’ and ‘Perennial’ – distinguished by when and for how long you experience symptoms. They are usually caused by different types of allergens.

Symptoms

Your symptoms can vary, depending on the severity of your allergies. Symptoms can include:

• Sneezing.

• Coughing.

• Itching (mostly eyes, nose, mouth, throat and skin).

• Runny nose.

• Stuffy nose.

• Headache.

• Pressure in the nose and cheeks.

• Ear fullness and popping.

• Sore throat.

• Watery, red, or swollen eyes.

• Dark circles under your eyes.

• Trouble smelling.

• Hives

Homoeopathic treatment for allergic rhinitis 

Homoeopathy is a very effective mode of treatment for problems like allergic rhinitis. The selection of remedy is based upon the theory of individualization and symptoms similarity by using holistic approach. 

Homoeopathy aim is not only to treat disease but to address its underlying cause and individual susceptibility. As far as therapeutic medication is concerned, several remedies are available to treat disease that can be selected on the basis of cause, sensations and modalities of the complaints.

Here are few medicines in homoeopathic for allergic rhinitis:

• Allium cepa

• Dulcamara

• Arsenic album

• Arundo

• Natrum mur

• Sabadilla

• Sulphur

• Tuberculinum

• Merc sol

• Gelsemium

• Apis mellifica

• Ferrum phosphoricum

• Euphrasia

• Galphimia glauca

• Histaminum

• Kali iodatum

• Wyethia

• Nux vomica

• Arum triphyllum

None of these medicines should be taken without professional advice. 

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