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Article: Allergic rhinitis.(Children's Emergencies)(Disease/Disorder overview)
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- Pediatrics for Parents
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- March 1, 2008
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One of the most common presentations of allergies in children involves the nose and eyes. The clinical condition involving nasal symptoms is called "rhinitis" and allergic involvement of the eyes is called "conjunctivitis." According to the American Academy of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology (AAAAI), allergic rhinitis (hay fever) affects about 40 million people in the U.S., including up to 40% of children.
With the onset of spring and fall, many children begin to exhibit symptoms of seasonal allergic rhinitis, or hay fever due to exposure to outdoor allergens, such as tree pollens, grasses and weeds.
What Causes Hay Fever?
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