Allergic Rhinitis is often called hayfever. The immune system over reacts to allergens causing sneezing, runny nose, post nasal drip, itchy watery eyes and itching of ears, nose and throat. You may be allergic to pollens from grasses, weeds and trees, dust mites, animal dander, cockroaches or mould to name a few. If symptoms are severe, you may need to talk to you doctor to find out what you are allergic to and if it is safe to take over the counter medications in relation to any medical condition you may have.

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