Overview
Allergic rhinitis is a reaction by our immune system to otherwise harmless allergen. It primarily causes our body to identify and react to harmless external particles wrongly. Therefore, it becomes hugely important for the general physician or an experienced pediatrician to treat such problems swiftly and efficiently without any delay.
Allergic rhinitis Symptoms
Alter getting infected, the symptoms are usually immediate. Following are among the most noticeable allergic rhinitis symptoms that determine the depth and intensity of the affliction:
- Sneezing
- A stuffy nose
- Coughing
- An itchy nose
- A runny nose
- Excessive fatigue
- Dark circles under the eyes
- Itchy eyes
- Watery eyes
- A sore and scratchy throat
- Frequent headaches
- Eczema-type symptoms
- Hives
Causes of Allergic rhinitis
There are a variety of external factors responsible for allergic rhinitis causes. Among those, a few are as follows:
- Animal dander
- Dust Mites
- Mold
- Grass pollen
- Pet saliva
Allergic Rhinitis & Asthma
Patients already suffering from diseases like asthma and eczema generally can suffer from extreme forms of allergic rhinitis due to the accompanying traits of such a condition. It is caused mainly when the body falsely identifies harmless dust and mild allergic particles and releases a defense mechanism chemical called histamine. This results in an immense allergic reaction and may require the extensive treatment from a general physician to get rid of such symptoms and problems.
Diagnosing Allergic rhinitis
Allergic rhinitis specialists can also perform a few other tests to determine the depth of the problem. This can involve many ways such as skin prick test and radioallergosorbent test with which the doctor can quickly diagnose the probable cause and provide target specific medications.
Allergic Rhinitis Treatment
Allergic rhinitis treatment may involve several medications such as antihistamines that reduce symptoms of the histamine chemical released by our bodies which are triggered by allergic materials. A few of the most common antihistamines used are:
- Desloratadine (Clarinex)
- Cetirizine (Zyrtec)
- Diphenhydramine (Benadryl)
- Loratadine (Claritin)
- Fexofenadine (Allegra)
- Levocetirizine (Xyzal)
To find Allergic rhinitis doctors near you, we, at mfine, have a list of medical experts at your doorstep who can help treat such problems.
If you are a victim to such afflictions on a regular basis, then make haste and book your specialists at mfine today.
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Top Doctors in Pediatrician for Allergic Rhinitis
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Dr. Arvind Kasaragod
Fellow American Academy of Pediatrics, MRCPCH (UK), MBA
Fellow American Academy of Pediatrics, MRCPCH (UK), MBA
Pediatrician30+ years exp
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Dr. Raktima Chakrabarti
MD- Pediatrics
MD- Pediatrics
Pediatrician22+ years exp
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Dr. Adarsh Someshekar
MD (Pediatrics), MRCPCH (UK)
MD (Pediatrics), MRCPCH (UK)
Pediatrician21+ years exp
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Dr. Priya Shivalli
MBBS, DNB - Pediatrics
MBBS, DNB - Pediatrics
Pediatrician18+ years exp
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Dr. Manigandan Chandrasekaran
MBBS, MD (UK), DCH, MRCPCH (UK), FRCPCH (UK)
MBBS, MD (UK), DCH, MRCPCH (UK), FRCPCH (UK)
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Dr. Zahid Ul Kareem
MBBS, MRCPCH, FISCCM, DCH, FCPS
MBBS, MRCPCH, FISCCM, DCH, FCPS
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