Allergic Rhinitis –Allergic Rhinitis Symptoms, Allergic Rhinitis Causes

 

Allergic rhinitis Hong Kong

According to survey, about 25% allergic rhinitis patients are found in Hong Kong. Allergic rhinitis is caused by inflammation of the lining of the nose due to exposure to allergens It is an important risk factor for the development of asthma in young children.

 

Allergic Rhinitis Symptoms

Symptoms include sneezing, itching, clear nasal discharge, post-nasal drip and congestion. Many patients with allergic rhinitis also suffer from allergy symptoms in their eyes.

 

Allergic Rhinitis Causes

Allergic rhinitis is most commonly caused by allergy to house dust mites, animal dander, cockroaches, mold spores and pollens. Environmental and industrial chemicals can also cause allergic rhinitis. Besides allergies, other common causes include vasomotor rhinitis, infection and medications.

Allergic Rhinitis treatment / Avoidance

Treatment of allergic rhinitis should first and foremost include avoidance of the relevant allergens. This will involve modifying the environment at home and at work. Nasal steroid spray is the most effective medication for the prevention of rhinitis symptoms, whereas acute symptoms should be treated with oral antihistamines. Long-term use of over-the-counter decongestant sprays should be avoided. For long-term management of moderate to severe allergic rhinitis, especially if the patient fails to adequately respond to allergen avoidance and medications, patients should consider undergoing desensitization treatment to induce tolerance to the relevant allergens.

 

Reference information:  http://www.allergic-rhinitis.com.hk/
It is not intended as medical advice to any specific person. If you have any need for personal advice or have any questions regarding your health, please consult your doctor for diagnosis and treatment.

Allergic rhinitis in Children

30 - 40% of children in Hong Kong are found to suffer from allergic rhinitis.

 

Impacts on daily lives of children with allergic rhinitis:

• Nasal congestion leads to poor quality sleep, or even sleep apnea.
• Poor sleeping quality results in chronic tiredness, hyperactivity and learning difficulty.
• Chronic nasal congestion in nose can cause sinus and middle ear infections.
• Chronic mouth breathing can affect the normal development of the teeth and facial structures.

 

Reference information:  http://www.allergic-rhinitis.com.hk/
It is not intended as medical advice to any specific person. If you have any need for personal advice or have any questions regarding your health, please consult your doctor for diagnosis and treatment.

Allergic Rhinitis –Allergic Rhinitis Symptoms, Allergic Rhinitis Causes

 

 

Allergic rhinitis Hong Kong

According to survey, about 25% allergic rhinitis patients are found in Hong Kong. Allergic rhinitis is caused by inflammation of the lining of the nose due to exposure to allergens It is an important risk factor for the development of asthma in young children.

 

Allergic Rhinitis Symptoms

Symptoms include sneezing, itching, clear nasal discharge, post-nasal drip and congestion. Many patients with allergic rhinitis also suffer from allergy symptoms in their eyes.

 

Allergic Rhinitis Causes

Allergic rhinitis is most commonly caused by allergy to house dust mites, animal dander, cockroaches, mold spores and pollens. Environmental and industrial chemicals can also cause allergic rhinitis. Besides allergies, other common causes include vasomotor rhinitis, infection and medications.

Allergic Rhinitis treatment / Avoidance

Treatment of allergic rhinitis should first and foremost include avoidance of the relevant allergens. This will involve modifying the environment at home and at work. Nasal steroid spray is the most effective medication for the prevention of rhinitis symptoms, whereas acute symptoms should be treated with oral antihistamines. Long-term use of over-the-counter decongestant sprays should be avoided. For long-term management of moderate to severe allergic rhinitis, especially if the patient fails to adequately respond to allergen avoidance and medications, patients should consider undergoing desensitization treatment to induce tolerance to the relevant allergens.

 

Reference information:  http://www.allergic-rhinitis.com.hk/
It is not intended as medical advice to any specific person. If you have any need for personal advice or have any questions regarding your health, please consult your doctor for diagnosis and treatment.

Allergic rhinitis in Children

30 - 40% of children in Hong Kong are found to suffer from allergic rhinitis.

 

Impacts on daily lives of children with allergic rhinitis:

• Nasal congestion leads to poor quality sleep, or even sleep apnea.
• Poor sleeping quality results in chronic tiredness, hyperactivity and learning difficulty.
• Chronic nasal congestion in nose can cause sinus and middle ear infections.
• Chronic mouth breathing can affect the normal development of the teeth and facial structures.

 

Reference information:  http://www.allergic-rhinitis.com.hk/
It is not intended as medical advice to any specific person. If you have any need for personal advice or have any questions regarding your health, please consult your doctor for diagnosis and treatment.

Allergic rhinitis in Adult

Allergic rhinitis in adults, aged 30 to 64 years old, is a common co-morbid condition of asthma in Hong Kong.

Impacts on daily lives of adults with allergic rhinitis:

• Nasal congestion leads to poor quality sleep, or even sleep apnea.
• Poor sleeping quality results in chronic tiredness, and reduced working performance and efficiency.
• Chronic nasal congestion in nose can cause sinus and middle ear infections.

Reference information:  http://www.allergic-rhinitis.com.hk/
It is not intended as medical advice to any specific person. If you have any need for personal advice or have any questions regarding your health, please consult your doctor for diagnosis and treatment.

Allergic Rhinitis –Allergic Rhinitis Symptoms, Allergic Rhinitis Causes

 

 

 

Allergic rhinitis Hong Kong

According to survey, about 25% allergic rhinitis patients are found in Hong Kong. Allergic rhinitis is caused by inflammation of the lining of the nose due to exposure to allergens It is an important risk factor for the development of asthma in young children.

 

Allergic Rhinitis Symptoms

Symptoms include sneezing, itching, clear nasal discharge, post-nasal drip and congestion. Many patients with allergic rhinitis also suffer from allergy symptoms in their eyes.

 

Allergic Rhinitis Causes

Allergic rhinitis is most commonly caused by allergy to house dust mites, animal dander, cockroaches, mold spores and pollens. Environmental and industrial chemicals can also cause allergic rhinitis. Besides allergies, other common causes include vasomotor rhinitis, infection and medications.

Allergic Rhinitis treatment / Avoidance

Treatment of allergic rhinitis should first and foremost include avoidance of the relevant allergens. This will involve modifying the environment at home and at work. Nasal steroid spray is the most effective medication for the prevention of rhinitis symptoms, whereas acute symptoms should be treated with oral antihistamines. Long-term use of over-the-counter decongestant sprays should be avoided. For long-term management of moderate to severe allergic rhinitis, especially if the patient fails to adequately respond to allergen avoidance and medications, patients should consider undergoing desensitization treatment to induce tolerance to the relevant allergens.

 

Reference information:  http://www.allergic-rhinitis.com.hk/
It is not intended as medical advice to any specific person. If you have any need for personal advice or have any questions regarding your health, please consult your doctor for diagnosis and treatment.

Allergy and allergens

Allergy

Allergy means the body has abnormal immune response towards substances that are harmless to the body via touch, breathe or ingestion of allergens.

 

Allergens

Allergens are antibodies that cause allergies. Children would have allergic response once they come into contact with allergens.

 

Daily and psychological impact of allergies:

• Skin itchiness may severely affect sleep quality in allergic patients
• They cannot focus on their work or study
• Allergy may cause redness and swollen skin on the face, affecting the appearance. In the case of children, they may be teased by their fellow classmates, thus losing self-confidence.
• Feeling inferiority, losing abilities to interact socially
• Emotionally unstable, being impatient irritable

If you do not want your life to be affected by allergic symptoms,
don’t hesitate to go for an Allergy Test!

Stay away from allergens is the best way to prevent allergies!

Reference information:  http://www.allergytest.com.hk/
It is not intended as medical advice to any specific person. If you have any need for personal advice or have any questions regarding your health, please consult your doctor for diagnosis and treatment.