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Allergic rhinitis is commonly called hay fever and is the body\u2019s response to an allergic reaction. It is often more common in the spring when allergens are being blown through the air and trees, and flowers are producing pollen.  <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Some people experience allergic rhinitis when the seasons change. The most common symptoms of the condition include a runny nose, cough, sore throat, watery eyes, and headaches. Some people report flu-like symptoms. Allergy medication can help treat the symptoms of allergic rhinitis. Avoiding the allergen can also help. Some people take medication when they start to experience symptoms, and others take it before allergy season starts, to help prevent a severe reaction. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

An allergy test can help you determine what allergies trigger your allergic rhinitis so that you can manage it better. Allergic rhinitis can affect people of all ages. Here are some of the most common allergies and triggers of the condition.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

1. Grass Pollen<\/b><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

When people think about pollen allergies<\/a>, they usually think about flowers. The truth is, grass pollen can be just as rough. When grass is trying to grow, it must send out pollen too. When people breathe in the pollen, it aggravates their bodies and causes the immune system to go into overdrive. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The body reacts to the pollen and knows it\u2019s a foreign substance. It does whatever it can to get it out of the body. It produces mucus to try to flush the pollen out of the body. This causes the symptoms of allergic rhinitis. It can lead to a runny or stuffy nose, fluid leaking from the ears, watery eyes, and a cough that produces thick mucus. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

While it can be hard to avoid grass pollen, you can take medication or use home remedies that reduce the effect that pollen has on the body. Some people have more severe allergies than others.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

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2. Dust Mites<\/b><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Dust mites <\/a>are little creatures that live on the body or other surfaces. They can travel through the air on dust particles and are so small that they can easily be breathed into the lungs. When the dust mites enter the body, the body reacts. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Some people do not have allergic reactions to dust mites and others may have severe reactions. Even if a home or area appears to be clean or free of dust, there can still be dust mites in the air. The most common signs of dust mite allergies are a runny nose, hay fever, and rhinitis. There are medications that can help reduce the severity of these symptoms, and many people who suffer from the allergy are able to avoid dust to find some relief. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Dust mite allergies can occur at any time of the year, and people who suffer from other conditions such as asthma may be more susceptible to severe reactions.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

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3. Animal Dander<\/b><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Animals and people lose dead skin cells throughout the day. They travel through the air and can be inhaled by people with allergies. Some people don\u2019t have a reaction to animal dander and others have a severe reaction. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Pet allergies can trigger rhinitis<\/a>. They can also be tricky. Some people are only allergic to certain types of pet dander, such as a cat or dog dander. Others are allergic to many different types. Once the cause of the allergy had been identified, the animal responsible for the reaction can be avoided. It can take a while to figure out which animals are the cause of the reaction and which ones aren\u2019t. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Medications can help relieve the symptoms of an animal dander allergy and allergic rhinitis that is caused by them. Many people are able to have pets despite an allergy with the help of medications. Some people have such severe reactions that medication doesn\u2019t even help.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

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4. Cat Saliva<\/b><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

While most people haven\u2019t heard of an allergy to cat saliva, they are pretty common. In fact, people who are allergic to animal dander are also likely to be allergic to animal saliva as well. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The saliva can enter the body through the nose, mouth, eyes and numerous other ways. Once inside, the body treats it as a toxin <\/a>and starts to fight it. This leads to symptoms of allergic rhinitis. The eyes may water, the nose may run, and a cough may appear. As long as the person is still exposed to the allergen, the symptoms will continue. Medications can help some people, but it\u2019s best to avoid the cause of the allergen. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Cats often lick people, objects, and their own bodies, so avoiding cat saliva can be difficult if you share a home with a car or visit the homes of cat owners. Not everyone responds well to allergy medication, and many continue to have symptoms even with treatment.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

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5. Mold<\/b><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Mold <\/a>can grow in your home, and you may not even know it. If there has ever been a leak in the pipes, behind your shower, behind an appliance, or in a basement or roof, mold can grow there. There are many different types of mold, and some are worse than others. Some people only have allergic reactions to one type of mold while others react to all types. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

It\u2019s not healthy for anyone to be exposed to mold, whether they have an allergic reaction or not. Mold can have negative effects on the body and even cause severe health problems. Mold is a very common trigger for rhinitis. If you think you may have mold in your home, it\u2019 best to have a specialist come in and check for it. It should also be removed by a professional. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Mold spores travel through the air and are breathed in through the mouth and nose. Medication can help until the mold is found and removed from the home.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

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6. Chemicals<\/b><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Some people have allergic reactions to certain chemicals<\/a>. If they are breathed in through the mouth or nose, the body recognizes them as a toxin and responds with a reaction. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

It can be hard to determine which chemicals a person is allergic to, and it can come down to a process of elimination. The person is exposed to various chemicals and monitored to see the severity of the reaction. Once the chemicals have been identified, the person can avoid them and reduce their chances of a reaction and suffering from allergic rhinitis. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Until the cause is determined, patients can use medications to help control their symptoms in case they are exposed to the chemical. Chemical reactions are often more severe than other allergic reactions and more common. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Chemicals shouldn\u2019t be inhaled and can cause many health problems. If you suspect you might have an allergy to a chemical, see an allergist for testing.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

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7. Smoke<\/b><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Smoke makes a lot of people cough and can make your eyes water. Some people have severe reactions and experience allergic rhinitis. Most people don\u2019t think they can be allergic to smoke. They assume the things they experience when they are exposed to it, are normal. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you experience the symptoms of allergic rhinitis when exposed to smoke, you may be allergic to it. It\u2019s a good idea to avoid campfires, fireworks, and other things that cause smoke. Allergy medication <\/a>may help reduce the symptoms of allergic rhinitis caused by smoke exposure, but it may not be able to prevent them completely. Wearing a mask that prevents you from breathing in smoke can also help you avoid allergic rhinitis triggered by smoke. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you do suffer from a reaction to smoke, finding fresh air can help get the smoke out of your system. If the smoke is on your clothing, it can also cause a reaction.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

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8. Flower Pollen<\/b><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Flower pollen is a common problem in the spring and summer. The wind blows it around, and sometimes you can even see it accumulate on your vehicle and home. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you are allergic to flower pollen, you may suffer from allergic rhinitis as a result of a flower pollen allergy. It\u2019s not easy to avoid flower pollen, and most people who have this type of allergy have to take medication. Medication may lessen the symptoms<\/a>, but it may work to completely eliminate them. \u00a0Some people don\u2019t have any relief. Some people can\u2019t even step outside on days when there is a high pollen count in the air, or else they immediately start to suffer from allergic rhinitis. Some people are only allergic to a certain type of pollen, and others are allergic to all types. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Pollen allergies are some of the most common allergies that exist, and they can affect people of all ages.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\r\n

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