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Archives
Spring 2008
Vol. 2 Issue 1
Medicine Changes
and News
Allergy Advice Changed for Infants
Pediatric News
Seasonal and Age Specific
What's New
at UVP
Dr. Nielsen is Moving to our Provo Office!
New Electronic Medical Record Will Cause Delays Starting April 14th
Contacts
Kevin Moffitt
Administrator
801-373-8930
Allison Arnold
Manager
801-373-8930
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Seasonal allergic rhinitis, also called hay fever, is caused by common outdoor allergens such as mold, trees, or grass and weed pollens. Allergic rhinitis may also be triggered by allergens that are in your house like animal dander (tiny skin flakes and saliva), indoor mold, or droppings from cockroaches or dust mites.
Allergic rhinitis symptoms can last for more than 10 days and may include:
-A stuffy or runny nose
-Sneezing
-Itchy nose and itchy or watery eyes
-Dark circles under the eyes
-Allergic salute - children using the palm of their hand to push up their nose as they try to stop the itching
-Coughing caused by clear mucus running down the back of the throat
Here are some general guidelines to help you determine the cause of these allergies. In spring, tree pollens usually cause allergies. In summer, the symptoms are likely caused by grass and weed pollen. In fall and late summer, the culprit is usually ragweed. If symptoms last all year, they are usually due to dust mites, molds, and animal dander (according to the American Academy of Allergy Asthma & Immunology).
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Call your pediatrician to determine the medicine and treatment that is right for your child.
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