Environmental Allergies
Environmental allergies occur when the immune system overreacts to airborne substances like pollen, mold, dust mites, or pet dander. These reactions can cause symptoms like sneezing, nasal congestion, itchy eyes, and fatigue, seasonally or year-round.
Learning Outcomes:
Understand the immune response behind allergic rhinitis and conjunctivitis.
Identify common indoor and outdoor triggers.
Explore treatment options including antihistamines, nasal sprays, and immunotherapy.
Recognize the role of environmental changes, like climate and pollution, in worsening symptoms.
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A deep dive into allergic conjunctivitis and rhinitis, including symptom recognition, seasonal vs. perennial triggers, and diagnosis through history and testing
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Reviews avoidance techniques, natural remedies, antihistamines, nasal sprays, eye drops, and immunotherapy.
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Focuses on allergic reactions specifically affecting the eyes, including management options like mast cell stabilizers (episode listed under Environmental Allergies pa
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