Allergic rhinitis Flashcards
1
Q
Define
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Allergic inflammation of the nasal cavity. Takes place when someone with a sensitised immune system inhales an antigen.
2
Q
Risk factors
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- Age
- Atopy
- Family history
- environmental pollution
- dietary changes
- 1st born
3
Q
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