Eye allergies: avoiding the discomfort, soothing the irritation
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Spring is the time for seasonal allergies to reach their peak. Plant pollens and molds cause eye itching and burning. The human body overreacts defensively by releasing an antibody immunoglobulin E. It stimulates immune cells in the eye's mucous lining and airways with inflammatory ingredients. Avoiding the outdoors and using air conditioning during pollen season are ways to keep allergic reactions to a minimum. One of the newer prescription antihistamine medications is Patanol (olopatadine).
Publication Name: Mayo Clinic Health Letter
Subject: Health
ISSN: 0741-6245
Year: 1999
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Nose sprays: direct relief for congestion and irritation
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Nose sprays are useful in removing congestion in the nasal passages caused by allergies, irritants and colds. The types of nasal medication include corticosteroids for allergic rhinitis, cromolyn sodium for runny noses, oxymetazoline decongestants and saline for removing mucus.
Publication Name: Mayo Clinic Health Letter
Subject: Health
ISSN: 0741-6245
Year: 1995
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Nosebleeds: an irritation, but sometimes more
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Nosebleeds in older people can ofter indicate more serious problems, such as high blood pressure, bleeding disorders or arteriosclerosis.
Publication Name: Mayo Clinic Health Letter
Subject: Health
ISSN: 0741-6245
Year: 2000
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