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Allergic rhinitis, better known as hay fever, is a seasonal reaction to pollens and other allergens in the environment. An allergic reaction is caused by an incorrect response by the ...

Hay Fever: Symptoms, Causes and Treatments
By EmpowHER on November 8, 2011 - 7:25am
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When your nose starts to run, the first step in finding the right treatment is figuring out the cause. Three common causes of a runny nose are allergies, a cold, and a sinus infection.

Runny Nose: Allergies, Cold, or Sinus Infection?
By Denise DeWitt HERWriter on September 20, 2011 - 12:29am
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Ragweed season in the United States is in full swing from the middle of August through October. This is significant for the 10 to 20 percent of Americans who are allergic to ragweed pollen.

Tips to Avoid Ragweed Allergy Symptoms
Impacted 1 Lives By Denise DeWitt HERWriter on September 5, 2011 - 10:06pm
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Cellulose powder is a relatively new option for the treatment of hay fever symptoms. Previous studies have tested this powder to treat allergy symptoms in adults.

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Cellulose Powder May Become New Treatment for Hay Fever
By Denise DeWitt HERWriter on July 26, 2011 - 1:02pm
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If you have a pet allergy but want a dog as a family pet, you may have been advised to get a Poodle or other “hypoallergenic” breed.

Study Shows No Dog Breeds are Allergy-Proof
By Denise DeWitt HERWriter on July 21, 2011 - 8:55am
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If you notice yourself getting the same cold-like symptoms at the same time each year, it's likely you may be dealing with allergies, such as Hay Fever, rather than a virus.

Hay Fever Advocacy Sheet
By EmpowHER on June 27, 2011 - 10:54am
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Olympic athletes and other marathon runners could benefit from allergy testing to make sure they have the right medications before they run.

Marathon Runners at Risk for Allergies
By Denise DeWitt HERWriter on May 17, 2011 - 12:48am
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If you have seasonal allergies like hay fever, you are probably familiar with the itching and redness of eye allergies.

Allergy Season May Mean Itchy Eyes
By Denise DeWitt HERWriter on May 11, 2011 - 10:44pm
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There could be new relief on the horizon for hay fever sufferers.

Plant Extract Could Fight Hay Fever
Impacted 1 Lives By Denise DeWitt HERWriter on May 2, 2011 - 10:04pm
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Whether you love to garden or just spend enough time in your yard to keep the grass mowed and the weeds under control, allergy season can make yard work a misery.

Yard Work vs. Allergies: Tips to Beat Hay Fever
By Denise DeWitt HERWriter on April 25, 2011 - 11:25pm

Hay Fever Definition

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Allergic rhinitis is the set of symptoms that occurs when you breathe in substances you are allergic to. These substances are called allergens and are small proteins.

Seasonal (intermittent) allergic rhinitis (sometimes called hay fever or rose fever)—This occurs during times of the year when allergens are in the air. Spring and Fall are the most common times. The most common allergen are tree, grass or weed pollens..
Perennial (persistent) allergic rhinitis—This condition is caused by allergens, such as chemicals, dust, dust mites, cockroaches, animal dander, mold spores, or, occasionally, foods. It may occur any time of year that you encounter these allergens.

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