A nasal allergy test showed strong diagnostic performance, with sensitivity exceeding 75% and specificity approaching 90% for detecting allergens sensitized in patients with allergic rhinitis.

For those who do not like blood tests (the traditional skin-prick method), the new test also offers an alternative means for medical staff to take a sample for analysis – by swabbing the nose. In ...

The incidence of provider-diagnosed AR in the United States is approximately 60 million people, including both adults and children. 2 The incidence is even higher when patients self-report AR: between ...

Nasal allergies often flare up during the monsoon season due to an increase in airborne allergens. Commonly known as allergic rhinitis, this condition occurs when the immune system overreacts to ...

A single antibody nasal spray could one day transform allergy relief, as scientists demonstrate powerful protection against pollen-induced sneezing and wheezing in mice. Study: Intranasal monoclonal ...

The spring allergy season begins every year as millions of Americans in the United States follow their typical preparation routine, which includes keeping their medication on the nightstand, keeping ...

The changing of seasons is often accompanied by undesirable side effects known as seasonal allergies. Seasonal allergies plague many people due to the sudden presence of specific plant pollen that ...

May is typically the worst month for allergies. To prepare, I consulted allergists to find out how we can allergy-proof our homes. Anna Gragert (she/her/hers) was previously the lifestyle editor at ...