What can be done to alleviate the symptoms of allergic rhinitis?
Once your allergic triggers are determined, your physician or nurse will work with you to develop a plan to avoid the allergens that trigger your symptoms. For example, if you are allergic to dust mites or animal dander, certain measures will be recommended to reduce these allergens in your house as much as possible. Your physician might prescribe medication to decrease your symptoms. Inhaled nasal corticosteroids reduce and control the impact of all or most of the mediators that can cause inflammation in the nose. When used regularly, it helps with the nasal symptoms of allergic rhinitis, including itching, runny nose, and congestion. Oral and Nasal Antihistamines block histamine, one of the most important mediators of the allergic response. The release of histamine leads to itching of the eyes and nose, runny nose, and sneezing. Decongestants are important in the treatment of allergic rhinitis because congestion is a very troublesome symptom. Leukotriene modifiers block the action of
