Similarly to chronic sinusitis, allergic rhinitis is a common medical condition. It affects about 30 percent of people. Symptoms include:
- Sneezing
- Rashes
- Puffy eyes
- Watery eyes
- Nasal blockage
- Nasal drainage
- Throat clearing
- Voice and swallowing difficulty
- Tatigue
- Decreased sense of smell
Treatment of allergy is done on a patient-to-patient basis. This may involve nasal sprays, and allergy medications, methods for avoiding exposure, and allergy shots or allergy drops. Allergy shots and drops involves giving patients
Departments and Programs Who Treat This Condition
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Pulmonology, Allergy, Sleep, and Critical Care Medicine
The Pulmonology Department comprehensive diagnosis, treatment, education, and rehabilitation services for a full range of pulmonary diseases and allergy conditions.
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Asthma and Allergic Diseases Program
The Allergy/Immunology and Asthma Program at BMC provide expert diagnosis and treatment for a range of allergic and related lung disorders, including specialized care certain cond…
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Ear, Nose, and Throat Department
From voice and swallowing, balance and hearing issues to complex cancers of the head, neck, and skullbase, the Ear, Nose, and Throat Department provides diagnosis and both surgica…
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Nose, Sinus, and Allergy Care
At BMC's Nose, Sinus, and Allergy Care Program, our providers will work with you to get you a proper diagnosis and individual treatment plan.