I have the same thing and it's called Photic Sneeze Reflex (look it up on Wikipedia) and it is rather common. It's not exactly known what causes this, but one thing is sure; it's not an allergy. The name was chosen somewhat inconveniently, because it can also be triggered by something else then light. Bright lights won't trigger the reflex in me.
Other triggers include chocolate, mints and a(n extremely) full stomach. Normally this isn't dangerous, but you may want to anticipate this when you're driving or brushing your teeth.
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I have the same thing and it's called Photic Sneeze Reflex (look it up on Wikipedia) and it is rather common. It's not exactly known what causes this, but one thing is sure; it's not an allergy. The name was chosen somewhat inconveniently, because it can also be triggered by something else then light. Bright lights won't trigger the reflex in me.
Other triggers include chocolate, mints and a(n extremely) full stomach. Normally this isn't dangerous, but you may want to anticipate this when you're driving or brushing your teeth.
October 3, 2011 - 7:46amThis Comment
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