Seasonal allergic rhinitis, also known as hay fever, is an allergic reaction that is usually worse during spring, summer or fall. It affects one in five people in the United States, according to the University of Maryland Medical Center.
Symptoms
According to the Mayo Clinic, the most common symptoms of seasonal allergic rhinitis include runny nose, nasal congestion, sneezing, sinus pressure and itchy eyes.
Cause
The University of Maryland Medical Center states that causes of seasonal allergic rhinitis include tree pollen, grass pollen, fungus and ragweed.
Risk Factors
Risk factors for developing seasonal allergic rhinitis include having a family history, being born during pollen season and being exposed to cigarettes or dust mites, according to the Mayo Clinic.
Teatment
You can treat seasonal allergic rhinitis with such medications as antihistamines and decongestants, according to the University of Maryland Medical Center. You can also disinfect surfaces that contain mold, dust and vacuum to remove contaminants that may trigger your symptoms.
Complications
According to the Mayo Clinic, seasonal allergic rhinitis can provoke asthma (condition of constricted airways), eczema (red rashes), sinusitis (infection of your sinuses) and ear infections.
