Abstract

EFFECTIVENESS OF HOMOEOPATHIC REMEDIES IN ALLERGIC RHINITIS IN CHILDREN

*Shruti Taragi

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Abstract

Allergic rhinitis is a commonly encountered condition worldwide. It is very troublesome condition in children disturbing daily activity. Allergic rhinitis is type 1 hypersensitivity reaction of upper respiratory system characterized by watery running nose/nasal obstruction, sneezing and irritation of nasal mucosa and conjunctiva some time lachrymation. It may be seasonal or perennial. Seasonal allergic rhinitis is a specific reaction to antigens derived by pollens from grasses flowers weeds or trees depending on seasonal variation. Its peak is seen during harvest season. Perennial allergic rhinitis presents all through the year and is often caused by house dust fungal spores or animal dander, physical or chemical irritant pungent odor fumes, perfumes, cold air and dry atmosphere.[1]

Keywords: Allergic rhinitis, Perineal Allergic rhinitis, Rhinorrhea, Homoeopathy.