Allergic rhinitis Flashcards

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Define

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Allergic inflammation of the nasal cavity. Takes place when someone with a sensitised immune system inhales an antigen.

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Risk factors

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  • Age
  • Atopy
  • Family history
  • environmental pollution
  • dietary changes
  • 1st born
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Symptoms

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Immediate:

  • Sneezing
  • Rhinnorea: nasal cavity is filled with significant amounts of mucous
  • Itchiness
  • Nose blockage

Long-term

  • Obstruction
  • Hyposmia: reduced ability to smell
  • Hyperreactivity
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