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Patients & Consumers Online Tools Find an Allergist / Immunologist Pollen Counts Diseases 101 Drug Guide Featured Resources » AAAAI Tips Brochures Topic of the Month Information Request Form Donate Now Constituencies » Patients & Consumers Contact Search by Condition (A-Z) Request a Speaker Smoke Free Homes Referral Guidelines Breakthroughs in Bioscience Other Resources En Español Just for Kids Seniors		Allergic Conditions: Rhinitis Rhinitis is an inflammation of the mucous membranes of the nose with symptoms of sneezing, itching, nasal discharge and congestion. It can be allergic, nonallergic, or both. Seasonal allergic rhinitis is caused by substances that trigger allergies, called allergens and is sometimes referred to as hay fever. Perennial allergic rhinitis is an IgE-mediated reaction to allergens that show little or now seasonal variation. It is persistent, chronic and generally less severe than seasonal allergic rhinitis. Resources about rhinitis: AAAAI Patient Gallery: Rhinitis & Sinusitis Rhinitis Tip Brochure Fast Facts: Rhinitis The Allergy Report – Rhinitis  Please visit an allergist for more information on allergic disease and your individual medical condition. If you need to locate an allergist in your area, visit the Academy’s online Physician Referral Directory. <back>
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