Allergic Rhinitis (also known as Hay Fever or Allergies)

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Similarly to chronic sinusitis, allergic rhinitis is a common medical condition. It affects about 30% people. Symptoms include:

  • sneezing
  • rashes
  • puffy eyes
  • watery eyes
  • nasal blockage
  • nasal drainage
  • throat clearing
  • voice and swallowing difficulty
  • fatigue
  • decreased sense of smell

Treatment of allergy is done on a patient-to-patient basis. This may involve nasal sprays, and allergy medications, methods for avoiding exposure, and allergy shots or allergy drops. Allergy shots and drops involves giving patients

Departments and Programs Who Treat This Condition

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Asthma and Allergic Diseases Program

The Allergy/Immunology and Asthma Program at BMC provide expert diagnosis and treatment for a range of allergic and related lung disorders, including specialized care certain cond…
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Otolaryngology – Ear, Nose and Throat Surgery

Whether you need a diagnosis, non-surgical treatment, or surgery for problems involving the ears, sinuses, oral cavity, throat, or neck, the Otolaryngology team is here to provide…
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Nose, Sinus, and Allergy Care

It can be difficult for individuals to tell if they are suffering from allergies or have a more serious condition like chronic sinusitis. At Boston Medical Center, the physicians …