Allergies are a common condition that can affect your ears, nose, and throat, causing a wide range of symptoms and discomfort. Here’s what happens to your ears, nose, and throat when you have allergies:
What are allergies?
Allergies happen when your immune system reacts to things like pollen, dust, or pet dander that are usually safe. When the immune system overreacts to these substances, it can cause a wide range of symptoms.
Symptoms of allergies
Allergy symptoms can be different for each person, but they often include
- Runny or stuffy nose
- Sneezing
- Itchy eyes, nose, or throat
- Coughing
- Postnasal drip
- Ear congestion or pain
- Sore throat
- Fatigue
Impact on your ears, nose, and throat
Your ears, nose, and throat can be affected by allergies in a number of ways, such as:
Allergic rhinitis:
This is a common allergy that affects the nose and can cause symptoms like congestion, runny nose, sneezing, and itchy eyes.
Sinusitis:
Sinusitis, which can lead to symptoms like a stuffy nose, facial pain or pressure, and headaches, can be caused by allergies that cause inflammation in the sinuses.
Allergic conjunctivitis:
This is a type of allergy that can make the eyes red, itch, and tear.
Otitis media:
When you have allergies, your middle ear can get inflamed. This is called otitis media, and it can cause pain, pressure, and trouble hearing.
Treatment for allergies
Avoidance of allergens:
The best way to keep allergy symptoms from happening is to stay away from allergens.
Medications:
Antihistamines, decongestants, and nasal steroids are some of the medicines that can help relieve allergy symptoms.
Immunotherapy:
Immunotherapy, which is also called allergy shots, can make the immune system less sensitive to allergens over time. This makes allergy symptoms less severe over time.
If you think you have allergy symptoms, it’s important to see a doctor to get a correct diagnosis and treatment plan. Most allergy symptoms can be managed well with the right care, so you can have a better quality of life.
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Dr. Vivek Kumar Pathak has several decades of domain-specific experience under his belt. Dr. Vivek Kumar Pathak has over 10 years of experience in his field. The clinician treats and manages a wide range of conditions such as Nasal Polyps, Radiation Necrosis in the Neck, Hyperthyroidism, Goiter
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ENT Surgeon – Sharda Hospital, Greater Noida
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