Do you need to check for allergens for allergic rhinitis?

Written by Deng Bang Yu
Otolaryngology
Updated on September 23, 2024
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Allergic rhinitis is a type of hypersensitivity disease. The first thing we need to know about allergic rhinitis is that it requires allergen testing. Traditionally, the diagnosis of allergic rhinitis is based on clinical symptoms, without involving etiological diagnosis. Testing for allergens is aimed at diagnosing based on its etiology. Secondly, we need to be aware of the allergens responsible for allergic rhinitis, which include food allergies and asthma-related allergies. By identifying food allergens, we can avoid consuming these substances in daily life. For instance, if one is allergic to fish and seafood, they should avoid eating these foods. Similarly, if allergic to mangoes, one should also avoid mangoes. Thus, overall, it is necessary to identify the sources of allergens in allergic rhinitis.

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