Allergic Rhinitis

Definition of Allergic Rhinitis:

Inflammation of the nasal mucous membranes that is caused by specific allergen(s).  It is an allergy characterized by sneezing, itchy and watery eyes, a runny or stuffy nose, coughing and a burning/scratchy sensation of the palate and throat.

Also: Hay Fever

Topics Related to Allergic Rhinitis

Allergic Conjunctivitis

...relationship to Allergic Rhinitis / Hay Fever
“The most common cause of allergic conjunctivitis is hay fever.”

Allergic Rhinitis / Hay Fever

...the condition
“...Allergic rhinitis is inflammation of the inside the nose that occurs when the immune system reacts to allergens in the air as if they were harmful...”
...recommendation Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)
“Pantothenic acid supplementation may reduce allergic reactions, especially allergic rhinitis.  One trial on over 100 patients with allergic rhinitis given 250mg of pantothenic acid twice daily found that the majority had almost instant relief...”
...recommendation Increased Water Consumption
“Dehydration causes the body to produce more histamine, which in turn can cause strong hay fever symptoms.  Increased water consumption can help prevent dehydration and clear the nasal passage.”
...recommendation Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine)
“One older study reported that L-tyrosine (200mg), vitamin B6 (2.5mg) and niacinamide (10mg) when given in combination for the treatment of hay fever, hives, allergic headaches and poison oak dermatitis produced significant symptomatic relief when 1-3 tablets were taken four times/day in milder cases and up to 6 tablets 4-6 times/day in...”
...recommendation Stinging Nettle
“Nettles are traditionally used for hay fever and may be drunk as an infusion, 2 cups a day.”
...recommendation Homeopathic Remedies
“...Some of the most common remedies used for allergic rhinitis are:-...”
...recommendation Goldenseal
“Golden Seal has antibiotic properties and is helpful in all types of airborne allergy responses such as prevention of hay fever.  It is anti-inflammatory to the mucous membranes, and helps reduce and soothe swollen, irritated tissues.”
...recommendation Therapeutic Fasting
“Fasting lowers the allergic reactions producing hay fever.”
...recommendation Conventional Drug Use
“...Systemic steroids are prescribed only for severe allergic rhinitis; generally prescribed for short amounts of time because of their many side-effects...”
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Asthma

...relationship to Bruxism (Clenching/Grinding Teeth)
“...It is noticed that bruxism is more frequent in those experiencing periods of allergic rhinitis or asthma.”
...relationship to Allergy to Foods (Hidden)
“...The other two are eczema and hay fever.  Asthma due to allergy can come from both airborne and food sources...”

Bruxism (Clenching/Grinding Teeth)

...relationship to Allergic Rhinitis / Hay Fever
“...It is reported that bruxism is more frequent in those experiencing periods of allergic rhinitis or asthma.”

Cancer, General

...recommendation Herbal Combinations
“...The herbs were also shown to be effective on hepatitis B, allergic rhinitis, pulmonary tuberculosis and coronary heart disease...”

Cluster Headaches

...the condition
“...Cluster headaches may be triggered by stress, relaxation, extreme temperatures, glare, allergic rhinitis / hay fever, and sexual activity...”

Coffee

...as a treatment
“...Allergies, sinusitis, Hay fever: Coffee is a stimulant that acts in a similar way to pseudo-ephedrine, a nasal decongestant...”

Colloidal Silver

...as a treatment
“...dermatitis, diabetes*, diarrhea*, digestive aid, diphtheria, dysentery, ear infections*, eczema – various locations*, fibrositis, flu*, gastritis, gingivitis, gonorrhea*, gum recession, halitosis, hay fever*, hemorrhoids*, hepatitis, herpes, impetigo*, keratitis, leprosy, lupus, Lyme disease, lymphangitis*, malaria, Meniere's disease*, meningitis*, moles, ophthalmology, parvo virus*, pleurisy...”

Cysteine / N-Acetylcysteine (NAC)

...as a treatment
“...This is especially important during asthma, bronchitis, and bouts of hay fever.  As an antioxidant, NAC has a number of scavenging activities that benefit many organ systems and is often used in antioxidant supplements...”

Eczema

...the condition
“...These families may have allergies such as hay fever and asthma but also have skin eruptions called atopic dermatitis (AD)...”

EFA (Essential Fatty Acid) Requirement

...the condition
“...skin ("Alligator skin"); Soft, splitting, peeling or brittle nails; Dull, not shiny nails; Slow-growing nails; Dry, lackluster hair; Brittle hair; Unmanageable hair; Allergies Eczema; Asthma; Hay fever; Hives; Stiff or painful joints; Fatty foods craving; EFA deficiency causes various issues specific to women: Premenstrual breast pain/tenderness; Premenstrual syndrome; Menstrual cramps...”

Ephedra (Ma Huang)

...as a treatment
“...This in turn will act to dilate the bronchial tubes (for asthma, hay fever etc) as well as increase CNS and cardiac activity...”
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Eyebright

...as a treatment
“...For example, it can be used to help reduce mucus production that results from hay fever.  A recommended dose is an infusion of one ounce of the herb to a pint of boiling water, bathing the eyes three or four times a day...”

Heparin

...as a treatment
“...Some conditions that appear to be sensitive to heparin include ... Allergic rhinitis (Effects as for adult respiratory distress syndrome, although no specific nasal model has been tested)...”

Hives (Urticaria)

...recommendation L-Tyrosine
“One older study reported that L-tyrosine (200mg), vitamin B6 (2.5mg) and niacinamide (10mg) when given in combination for the treatment of hay fever, hives, allergic headaches and poison oak dermatitis produced significant symptomatic relief when 1-3 tablets were taken four times per day in milder cases and up to 6 tablets 4-6 times per...”

Immunotherapy

...as a treatment
“...This therapy is particularly useful for people with allergic rhinitis or asthma...”

Indoor Allergies

...recommendation Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)
“Pantothenic acid supplementation may reduce allergic reactions, especially allergic rhinitis.  500mg per day often produces satisfactory results...”

Kelp

...as a treatment
“...Hay Fever: 5 tablets daily in the recovery process are very helpful and provide a rich source of minerals...”

Lipase

...as a treatment
“...in the body may lead to high cholesterol, difficulty in losing weight, a tendency to diabetes, high urine sugar levels – which some believe could lead to arthritis, bladder problems, gall stones, hay fever, prostate problems, heart problems etc...”

Meyer's Cocktail

...as a treatment
“...The "cocktail" is indicated for chronic fatigue, fibromyalgia, depression, muscle spasm, asthma, hives, allergic rhinitis, congestive heart failure, angina, ischemic vascular disease, acute infections, and senile dementia...”

Migraine/Tension Headaches

...recommendation Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine)
“One older study reported that L-tyrosine (200mg), vitamin B6 (2.5mg) and niacinamide (10mg) when given in combination for the treatment of hay fever, hives, allergic headaches and poison oak dermatitis produced significant symptomatic relief when 1-3 tablets were taken four times/day in milder cases and up to 6 tablets 4-6 times/day in...”

Nasal Polyps

...the condition
“...Polyps are seen with greater frequency in people with asthma, allergic rhinitis (hay fever), vasomotor rhinitis (may be caused by emotional upset or sexual arousal), and certain kinds of drug use, chronic sinus infections, and cystic fibrosis...”

Nonallergic / Vasomotor Rhinitis

...the condition
“...It is a condition that has all the same symptoms as allergic rhinitis (or nasal allergies), but cannot be treated by antihistamine allergy medicine...”

Ophthalmia

...related topic
“Severe eye inflammation, including conjunctivitis, iritis, severe hay fever, etc.”

Papain

...as a treatment
“...It has been used for such conditions as sores, ulcers, chronic diarrhea, tumors, hay fever, and psoriasis...”

Rhinitis

...related topic
“...It may be caused by a head cold, hay fever, or a chemical irritant.”

Schisandra Berry

...as a treatment
“...Common cold/sore throat; Fatigue; Hay fever: Sho-seiryu-to: contains licorice, cassia bark, schisandra, ma huang [ephedra], ginger, peony root, pinellia, and asiasarum root...”

Sinusitis

...related topic
“Inflammation of the sinuses, with causes ranging from dust to hay fever.  Obstinate cases can be caused by chronic sinus infections or the continued exposure to allergens from food, pets or environmental irritants.”
...recommendation Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine)
“One older study reported that L-tyrosine (200mg), vitamin B6 (2.5mg) and niacinamide (10mg) when given in combination for the treatment of hay fever, hives, allergic headaches and poison oak dermatitis produced significant symptomatic relief when 1-3 tablets were taken four times/day in milder cases and up to 6 tablets 4-6 times/day in...”

Stinging Nettle

...as a treatment
“...Nettles leaf has been shown to be effective as a treatment for allergic rhinitis (hay fever)...”

Tendency Toward Allergic Reactions

...the condition
“...Hay fever is the most common seasonal allergy...”

Yeast / Candida Infection

...the condition
“...Psychological and Allergic ... Hay fever...”
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