Globally, allergic rhinitis affects 10-30% of adults and 40% of children. The frequency of this medical condition depends on genetic predisposition, age, geographic location, lifestyle, and exposure to allergens. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
What is allergic rhinitis?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n It is defined as a disease caused by the reaction of inflammatory cells called immunoglobulin E or IgE in the respiratory tract (nose, mouth, throat, even the lungs) when inhaling certain allergens such as pollen, animal hair, dust and even weather changes. <\/p>\n\n\n\n These allergens inflame the inside of the nose causing a runny nose, stuffy nose (or stuffy nose), itchy eyes or nose, and sneezing. <\/p>\n\n\n\n The frequency and duration of symptoms depend on several factors such as seasonal changes (spring, summer, fall, winter), geographic location, or constant exposure to allergens (at home, pets, or work). <\/p>\n\n\n\n How is Allergic Rhinitis treated?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Treatment depends on the findings during the history and physical examination. In the first instance, it is to avoid exposure to the causative factor or allergen (when possible).<\/p>\n\n\n\n Currently, a large number of medications are available to help control and mitigate symptoms, such as antihistamines, anti-inflammatories, and allergen therapy. <\/p>\n\n\n\n * This information does not take the place of your doctor's advice. Please consult your healthcare provider for information about a specific medical condition. <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n References <\/p>\n\n\n\n Allergy statistics: AAAAI. (n.d.). Retrieved March 15, 2021, from https:\/\/www.aaaai.org\/about-aaaai\/newsroom\/allergy-statistics<\/a>. <\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Globalmente, la rinitis al\u00e9rgica afecta de 10 a 30% de adultos y 40% de ni\u00f1os. La frecuencia de esta condici\u00f3n m\u00e9dica depende de predisposici\u00f3n gen\u00e9tica, edadl, ubicaci\u00f3n geogr\u00e1fica, estilo de vida y exposici\u00f3n a al\u00e9rgenos. \u00bfQu\u00e9 es la Rinitis Al\u00e9rgica? Se define como una enfermedad provocada por la reacci\u00f3n de las c\u00e9lulas inflamatorias llamada inmunoglobulina … <\/p>\n