Is rhinitis hay fever?
I get a runny nose, sneezing, and itchy eyes every spring, and my friends call it hay fever. My doctor, however, used the term 'rhinitis'. Are these two terms interchangeable? Is rhinitis basically hay fever?
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5 months ago
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Yes betaji, hay fever is actually a type of allergic rhinitis. For this constant sneezing and runny nose, taking steam with a drop of eucalyptus oil and drinking warm tulsi water gives great relief. But if your allergies are very severe, please consult a doctor.
6 months ago
Think of rhinitis as the bigger term for nose inflammation. Hay fever is just allergic rhinitis caused by pollen or dust. If it's bothering you daily, you might need a simple antihistamine or nasal spray, so it's best to show a doctor once.
8 months ago
I totally get it, dealing with a constantly blocked nose and sneezing is so exhausting! To answer your question, hay fever is a specific kind of allergic rhinitis. You are definitely not alone in this struggle, hope you get some relief soon!
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5 months ago
Yes, hay fever is basically allergic rhinitis. Just like managing my high BP, keeping your environment clean and avoiding dust triggers is key to managing allergies. Do visit a doctor if the symptoms persist, as chronic congestion can affect your sleep and health.
8 months ago
Yes, hay fever is just the common name for seasonal allergic rhinitis. I find that doing outdoor workouts early in the morning when pollen counts are high triggers it, so I switch to indoor cardio. Keep moving, but modify your routine if your doctor advises!