Allergic Rhinitis
Allergic Rhinitis
i know i always have sinius problem from young...thought it was hereditary...till recently my nasal problem got worsened till i cant breathe properly and affected the quality of sleep at night...
i delayed seeing doc till last week....i couldnt breathe or talk properly at all...it was very bad...
in the end, my doc who is extremely friendly ,a christian...took time to explain to me what causes my nasal blockage...allergic rhinitis.
now i am better, still on nasal spray medication...now and then but i have to learn to manage my stress and how to protect myself esp with extreme weather flucuations ...funny thing...its never as bad when i travel....maybe less stress during travel...
here's some details :
Allergic rhinitis is an inflammation of the nasal passages, usually associated with watery nasal discharge and itching of the nose and eyes.
It affects about 20 percent of the American population and ranks as one of the most common illnesses in the U.S.
The symptoms occur in the nose and eyes and usually occur after exposure to dust, danders, or certain seasonal pollens in people that are allergic to these substances.
Two-thirds of all patients have symptoms of allergic rhinitis before the age of 30, but onset can occur at any age.
Two-thirds of all patients have symptoms of allergic rhinitis before the age of 30, but onset can occur at any age.
Allergic rhinitis has no sexual predilection, although boys up to the age of 10 are twice as likely to have symptoms as girls.
There is strong genetic predisposition to allergic rhinitis. One parent with a history of allergic rhinitis has about a 30 percent chance of producing offspring with the disorder; the risk increases to 50 percent if both parents have a history of allergies.
Symptoms of Allergic Rhinitis
Repetitive sneezing; rhinorrhea (runny nose); post-nasal drip; nasal congestion; pruritic (itchy) eyes, ears, nose or throat; and generalized fatigue. Symptoms can also include wheezing, eye tearing, sore throat, and impaired smell.
Self Care measures
Seasonal allergens (such as tree, grass and ragweed pollens) are difficult to avoid outdoors, but can be controlled by closing windows and running air conditioners.
Excessive exposure to allergens, such as outdoor molds, can be prevented by avoiding lawn mowing and other activities likely to stir these up.
Maintaining an allergen-free environment also includes covering pillows and mattresses with plastic covers, substituting synthetic materials (such as foam mattresses or acrylics) for animal products (such as wool or horsehair) and removing dust-collecting household fixtures (like carpets, drapes and bedspreads).
Air purifiers and dust filters may help.
Seasonal allergens (such as tree, grass and ragweed pollens) are difficult to avoid outdoors, but can be controlled by closing windows and running air conditioners.
Excessive exposure to allergens, such as outdoor molds, can be prevented by avoiding lawn mowing and other activities likely to stir these up.
Maintaining an allergen-free environment also includes covering pillows and mattresses with plastic covers, substituting synthetic materials (such as foam mattresses or acrylics) for animal products (such as wool or horsehair) and removing dust-collecting household fixtures (like carpets, drapes and bedspreads).
Air purifiers and dust filters may help.
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