What is allergic rhinitis?

➢ Release of these mediators in the upper respiratory tract can result in sneezing, itching, nasal congestion, rhinorrhea, and itchy or watery eyes. ➢ Non allergic rhinitis doesn't usually cause itchy nose, eyes or throat — symptoms associated with allergies such as hay fever (allergic rhinitis). ➢ Triggers of nonallergic rhinitis symptoms vary and can include certain odors or irritants in the air, changes in the weather, some medications, certain foods, and chronic health conditions. ➢ A diagnosis of nonallergic rhinitis is made after an allergic cause is ruled out.