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Causes & Development
Your body's immune system is overreacting to irritants in the environment, such as the following:- Pollens, grasses, or ragweed (in certain seasons and areas)
- Dust and household mites
- Changes in temperature or humidity
- Spicy foods
- Smoking or prolonged exposure to second-hand smoke.
Signs & Symptoms
Symptoms often vary with the seasons and include:- Stuffy, runny nose
- Sneezing
- Itchy nose, eyes, and throat
- "Sinus" symptoms - headache, feeling of pressure behind the eye, pain above the cheekbones and on the lower forehead, aching teeth
- Skin rashes or hives
- Diarrhea or frequent urination.
Treatment & Prevention
Depending on the cause of your allergies, you may need to do any or all of the following:- Cover pillows and mattresses with plastic covers
- Use synthetic materials (acrylic) instead of animal products (wool)
- Minimize dust-collecting household items (e.g. carpets)
- Use air purifiers or dust filters
- Desensitization therapy - repeated injections of gradually increasing amounts of the identified allergen.
Allergic rhinitis may be successfully treated with alternative therapies, beginning with dietary changes. Use the tincture and homeopathic remedies for acute allergic reactions.
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