Tips for combating allergic rhinitis | Rosario3.com

Allergy is an exacerbated reaction of the immune system to a substance that the body identifies as invasive, which we call an allergen. The transition from autumn to winter can be a particularly complex time of year for people with allergies.

Common signs of allergy include congestion and runny nose, sneezing, itchy eyes, sore throat or ear and fatigue. At the slightest hint, you should go to the doctor, who will investigate the symptoms and order the necessary tests to determine the allergen that each body reacts to.

Once the established allergen, the essential is to avoid exposure and take some antihistamines to improve and relieve discomfort, although in some cases, a Immunotherapy (vaccines) may be necessary, according to Doc Salud.

The most common condition is allergic rhinitis, which is characterized by an attack of the nose and occurs by inhaling dust, pollen and mites, among other agents. Initial symptoms are itching in the nose, mouth, eyes, throat, skin or in any place; problems with smell, rhinorrhea (runny nose), sneezing and watery eyes.

Options for the treatment of allergic rhinitis:

• Steroids nasal aerosols

• Allergy vaccines are recommended the person can not avoid the allergen or if the symptoms are difficult to control.

• Antihistamines work well to treat general symptoms that do not happen very often or do not last very long.