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Article: New Survey Showed Nasal Congestion Is a Bothersome Symptom for Allergy Sufferers, Often Treated With the Inappropriate Medication; Poll Found Allergy-Related Nasal Congestion Significantly Affects Sleep, Mood and Ability to Perform Daily Activities.
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- PR Newswire
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- May 8, 2003
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Studies have shown that nasal congestion is the most bothersome symptom of allergic rhinitis.(1,2) According to a new survey, 60 percent of nasal allergy sufferers agree that nasal congestion is their most bothersome symptom, interfering with sleep, mood and daily activities.(3) The survey also found that nasal congestion is a chronic problem, occurring daily or several times per week for 72 percent of respondents, with one in four experiencing the condition all day long.
The Harris Interactive survey of 1,200 rhinitis patients conducted between February 18 - 24, 2003, revealed that sleep and exercise are the most commonly reported daily activities impacted by ...