Everything you need to know about Hay Fever (Allergic rhinitis)

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Everything that you need to know about
Hay fever
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What is Hay fever?

• Hay fever, is also known as seasonal allergic
  rhinitis
• It is an inflammatory condition of the upper
  airways that occurs in response to exposure to
  airborne allergens.
• Allergic rhinitis affects 500 million people
  worldwide and over 100 million in India, Pakistan
  and surrounding countries. It develops before the
  age of 20 years in 80 of cases and peaks in
  adolescence. 

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Hay fever Triggers

• The triggers for hay fever can be
  broadly classified into two categories
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• 1. Outdoor Allergens
• Tree pollen
• Grass pollen
• Ragweed pollen
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• 2. Indoor Allergens
• Dust mites
• Pet dander
• Cockroaches
• Mold and fungal spores
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• In addition to the above triggers, the symptoms
  may also worsen if they are exposed to the
  following,
• Cigarette smoke
• Air pollution
• Strong odours, such as perfumes, hair sprays and
  fumes
• Laundry detergents and cleaning solutions

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• Complications Associated With Hay Fever are as
  follows
• If hay fever is not treated in time, it can lead
  to other complications such as,
• Conjunctivitis
• Nasal polyps, which are fleshy growths in the
  nasal passages that can obstruct breathing
• Sinusitis
• Worsening asthma
• Ear infection

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Management And Treatment Of Hay
Fever

• The first approach to managing hay fever is by
  avoiding exposure to allergens. The following
  precautions are helpful in reducing exposure
• Monitor pollen counts and stay indoors during
  peak times, such as mid-morning and early evening
  or on windy days
• Keep doors and windows closed when the pollen
  count is high
• Vacuum and mop floors regularly.
• Use a dehumidifier to prevent the growth of mold
• Wash bedding frequently in hot water to reduce
  exposure to dust mites
• Before you step outdoors, apply Vaseline around
  your nostrils as it will trap the pollen and
  prevent it from entering your nasal passages
• Wash hands immediately after petting any animal.

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