Medical articles of Allergic rhinitis

29/07/2025
Dr Lee Noimark
Paediatric allergist
Bless you! What to do about hay fever in kids
Hay fever is a term used often to describe sneezing, coughing, and itchy eyes that are caused by common, harmless allergens. The medical name for the condition is allergic rhinitis. Many adults and children suffer from hay fever in the spring and summer months, when there is much more pollen in the air, hence why the term ‘hay fever’ gained popularity as it coincides with the haying season. In this article, a consultant paediatrician explains how hay fever can be disruptive for children, and what options are available for managing the condition.
29/04/2025
Mr Ali Qureishi
ENT Specialist
Surgical treatment options for allergic rhinitis: Exploring long-term solutions
Allergic rhinitis, commonly known as hay fever, affects millions of individuals worldwide, causing bothersome symptoms such as nasal congestion, sneezing, itching, and runny nose. While medications and allergen avoidance strategies are often effective in managing mild to moderate cases, some individuals may experience persistent symptoms despite conservative treatments. In such cases, surgical intervention may be considered as an alternative or adjunctive treatment approach. Leading consultant ENT and rhinoplasty surgeon Mr Ali Qureishi explores surgical treatment options for allergic rhinitis, including their indications, procedures, and potential benefits.
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22/04/2025
Professor Jaydip Ray
ENT Specialist
Understanding nasal blockages: Causes, symptoms and treatments
Nasal congestion is a common issue that can affect your quality of life, from difficulty breathing through the nose to sleep disturbance and chronic sinus issues. In this article, we’ll explain what causes nasal blockages, what symptoms to look out for, and the treatment options available.
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10/02/2025
Dr Amit Shah
Board-certified consultant haemato and medical oncologist
Why do people develop food allergies, and how can we treat them?
Food allergies are unfortunately a very common (2.5 per cent of the global community have food allergies according to worldallergy.org). Leading medical oncologist Dr Amit Shah provides a detailed look at this condition, answering some of the most frequently-asked questions about how they’re assessed and how they’re treated.
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18/12/2024
Dr Olympia Tsilochristou
Consultant Allergist
Is it allergic rhinitis or another condition? Knowing when to consult a specialist
Allergic rhinitis, also known as hay fever, is a common condition that causes symptoms like sneezing, nasal congestion, and itchy eyes. Dr Olympia Tsilochristou, distinguished Consultant Allergist, provides expert insight into allergic rhinitis, discussing its causes, symptoms, and when to consult a specialist to ensure an accurate diagnosis and effective treatment.
29/11/2024
Mr Okechukwu Okonkwo
ENT Specialist
Cryotherapy for a runny nose
Chronic runny nose, medically known as rhinorrhoea, can be an incredibly frustrating condition that impacts daily life. It may stem from various causes, including allergic rhinitis, non-allergic rhinitis or conditions like chronic sinusitis. Cryotherapy, a minimally invasive treatment, has emerged as an effective option for addressing this issue, particularly when traditional treatments fail to provide relief.
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28/02/2024
Mr Steven Lewis
Consultant ENT surgeon
Allergic rhinitis FAQ: Everything you need to know
In his latest online article, esteemed consultant ENT surgeon Mr Steven Lewis explains everything you need to know about allergic rhinitis. He answers patients’ most frequently asked questions, including the causes, diagnosis and treatment of this condition.
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19/10/2023
Dr Raghu Raju
Consultant in Respiratory medicine and Allergy
Allergies in adulthood: Is it possible to develop an allergy later in life?
Allergies can develop in adults, even if they weren't a problem during childhood. Dr Raghu Raju, a renowned consultant in respiratory medicine and allergy, explains which are the common adult-onset allergies and what can trigger them in this informative guide.
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03/10/2023
Mr Kiran Varad
Consultant ENT Surgeon
Hay fever: Causes, prevention and treatment
Hay fever is a very common affliction that can prove very annoying and painful if left untreated. In his latest online article, renowned consultant ENT surgeon Mr Kiran Varad explains in detail the steps you can take to relieve your symptoms.
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09/05/2022
Professor Helen Brough
Paediatric allergist
Allergic rhinitis: Why allergies are causing your children's nose and eyes to swell
Affecting around one in every five people in the UK, allergic rhinitis can make allergy management even more difficult than it already is. Here to explain how it impacts children and young people is leading consultant paediatric allergist Dr Helen Brough.
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