Allergic rhinitis

Allergic rhinitis

Definition

Inflammation of the nasal mucous membranes caused by an IgE-mediated response to external allergens. The inflammation may also involve the mucous membranes of the sinuses, eyes, middle ear, and pharynx. Symptoms include sneezing, nasal congestion, rhinorrhea, and itching. It may lead to fatigue, drowsiness, and malaise thus causing impairment of the quality of life.

Also known as allergic form of rhinitis, allergic rhinitis — per MONDO

Also identified as

Affected Organs

Organ Involvement Source
Craniocervical region Disease Has Associated Anatomic Site NCIT · CC BY 4.0
Craniocervical region Disease Has Primary Anatomic Site NCIT · CC BY 4.0
Nasal cavity Disease Has Associated Anatomic Site NCIT · CC BY 4.0
Nasal cavity Disease Has Primary Anatomic Site NCIT · CC BY 4.0