6 Ways Of Managing Allergic Rhinitis In Monsoon

[{"selector":"#anim-c0add8c6-74de-4791-a9ab-fe3e8cfdfe31","keyframes":{"opacity":[0,1]},"delay":0,"duration":600,"easing":"cubic-bezier(0.2, 0.6, 0.0, 1)","fill":"both"}] [{"selector":"#anim-51baa8b8-53a3-47d2-a199-dd4567ba4890","keyframes":{"transform":["translate3d(0px, 129.85754%, 0)","translate3d(0px, 0px, 0)"]},"delay":0,"duration":600,"easing":"cubic-bezier(0.2, 0.6, 0.0, 1)","fill":"both"}] Allergic rhinitis is more common during the monsoon season due to increased humidity. Which can lead to the growth of mold spores. These mold spores, when inhaled, can trigger allergic reactions in people sensitive to them. Photo Credit: Shutterstock

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Identify Triggers

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Avoid Dust Mites

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Stay Indoors

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Avoid Smoke

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Limit Pet Access

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Control Humidity

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