1、 Allergic RhinitisWhat is allergic rhinitis?Rhinitis is a reaction that occurs in the nose when airborne irritants(allergens)trigger the release of histamine.Histamine causes inflammation and fluid production in the fragile linings of nasal passages,sinuses,and eyelids.There is usually a family hist
2、ory of allergic rhinitis.What are the types of allergic rhinitis?The two categories of allergic rhinitis include:seasonal-occurs particularly during pollen seasons.perennial-occurs throughout the yearWhat are the causes of allergic rhinitis?The most common causes of allergic rhinitis include the fol
3、lowing:pollen dust mites mold animal danderWhat are the symptoms of allergic rhinitis?The following are the most common symptoms of allergic rhinitis.However,each person may experience symptoms differently.Symptoms may include:sneezing congestion runny nose itchy nose,throat,eyes,and ears nosebleeds
4、 clear drainage from the nose loss of smell Children with perennial allergic rhinitis may also have the following:recurrent ear infections snoring mouth breathing fatigue poor performance in schoolWhat are the nasal examination of allergic rhinitis?The nasal mucosa is moist and pale,grayish pink in
5、color.The turbinates appear swollen.If there is an associated infection,the secretions range from thin and mucoid to thick and purulent.Polyps.Nasal examinationTreatment for allergic rhinitis:Treatment options may include:avoidance of the allergensAvoidance of the allergens that are causing the prob
6、lem is the best treatment.antihistaminesAntihistamines help to decrease the release of histamine,possibly decreasing the symptoms of itching,sneezing,or runny nose.anti-inflammatory nasal spraysAnti-inflammatory nasal sprays help to decrease the swelling in the nose.steroid nasal spraysSteroid nasal
7、 sprays also help to decrease the swelling in the nose.Steroid nasal sprays work best when used before the symptoms start,but can also be used during a flare-up.decongestantsDecongestants help by making the blood vessels in the nose smaller,thus,decreasing congestion.If patient do not respond to avo
8、idance or to the above medications,we may refer you to an allergist for testing.The allergist then may recommend immunotherapy based on the findings.Immunotherapy usually involves a three to five year course of repeated injections of specific allergens to decrease the reaction to these allergens whe
9、n you come into contact with them.How is allergic rhinitis prevented?Preventive measures for avoiding allergic rhinitis include the following:environmental controls,such as air conditioning,during pollen season avoiding areas where there is heavy dust,mites,molds avoiding pets后面内容直接删除就行资料可以编辑修改使用资料可以编辑修改使用主要经营：网络软件设计、图文设计制作、发布广告等公司秉着以优质的服务对待每一位客户，做到让客户满意！致力于数据挖掘，合同简历、论文写作、PPT设计、计划书、策划案、学习课件、各类模板等方方面面，打造全网一站式需求The user can demonstrate on a projector or computer,or print the presentation and make it into a film to be used in a wider field
