Allergic Rhinitis
About the disease & condition
Allergic rhinitis is the inflammation of the nasal passages caused by allergens. It is common in children and adults and can affect daily activities, sleep, and overall quality of life. Early identification and management help reduce symptoms and prevent complications.
Known symtoms
- Sneezing, often in bursts
- Nasal congestion or runny nose
- Itchy eyes, nose, or throat
- Postnasal drip leading to cough or throat irritation
Known causes
- Allergens such as dust, pollen, or pet dander
- Family history of allergies or atopy
- Environmental triggers like pollution or smoke
Care
- Clinical evaluation and nasal examination by a physician
- Allergy testing to identify specific triggers
- Avoidance of known allergens
- Regular nasal saline washes to clear allergens
- Antihistamines or nasal corticosteroid sprays as prescribed
- Monitoring for complications such as chronic sinusitis, sleep disturbances, or ear infections
Relevant Specialities
Pediatrics
Our Paediatrics services provide comprehensive, family-centred care for infants, children and adolescents. Be it routine check-ups, immunisations, complex, multisystem treatment or critical care. Our multidisciplinary team of paediatricians, neonatologists, paediatric surgeons, cardiologists, neurologists, nephrologists, dietitians and therapists work together to design personalised care plans supported by advanced diagnostics, paediatric endoscopy, PICU services and transplant-linked pathways. We deliver round-the-clock emergency and intensive paediatric support (including ECMO and CRRT where needed) and run specialist clinics for respiratory, gastroenterology, cardiology, neurology, renal and growth or developmental concerns.
Our Paediatrics services provide comprehensive, family-centred care for infants, children and adolescents. Be it routine check-ups, immunisations, complex, multisystem treatment or critical care. Our multidisciplinary team of paediatricians, neonatologists, paediatric surgeons, cardiologists, neurologists, nephrologists, dietitians and therapists work together to design personalised care plans supported by advanced diagnostics, paediatric endoscopy, PICU services and transplant-linked pathways. We deliver round-the-clock emergency and intensive paediatric support (including ECMO and CRRT where needed) and run specialist clinics for respiratory, gastroenterology, cardiology, neurology, renal and growth or developmental concerns.
