Perennial Allergic Rhinitis Symptoms

About twenty percent of patients who have common allergic rhinitis are also having perennial allergic rhinitis symptoms. This fact is also reflected in their patterns of drugs and medication use. Compare to seasonal allergic rhinitis, perennial allergic rhinitis patients have significantly higher health care costs and rates of comorbidities and greater use of concomitant medical treatment. These different clinical profiles and use of resources can affect treatment decisions cost effective management of patients with perennial allergic rhinitis.

Bellow is some perennial allergic rhinitis symptoms that are common among the allergic patients:

- Patients have an IgE-mediated reaction to allergens that show little or no seasonal variation.
- Symptoms are intermittent or continuous throughout the year.
- Characteristic symptoms include: Prominent and severe nasal blockage/congestion. Postnasal drainage.
- Rhinorrhea and sneezing are less prominent than seasonal allergic rhinitis.
- Seasonal pollen sensitivity may contribute to exacerbations of rhinitis symptoms in patients with perennial allergy rhinitis.
- Common allergens causing perennial allergic rhinitis: The most important causes of perennial allergic rhinitis are indoor inhaled allergens (House-dust mite, Animal dander, Cockroach, and mold)
- Occupational asthma allergens .