Your dog's
nasal allergy symptoms could initially make you think he has a cold or other condition, but nasal allergies present with slightly different and longer - lasting symptoms than a cold, upper respiratory infection or sinus infection.
Here's a closer look at the similarities and differences between
nasal allergy symptoms and symptoms that indicate other canine health problems.
A number of canine health conditions, some of which can be life threatening, can cause
nasal allergy symptoms.
Decongestants relieve nasal congestion, but they have no effect on other
nasal allergy symptoms.
Not exact matches
Some research has shown that
nasal irrigation can improve
symptoms of sinus infections, cold and flu, and
allergies, and possibly reduce the need for decongestant medications.
Skin inflammation or hives — the most common egg
allergy reaction
Nasal congestion, runny nose and sneezing (allergic rhinitis) Digestive
symptoms, such as cramps, nausea and vomiting Asthma signs and
symptoms such as coughing, wheezing, chest tightness or shortness of breath
For the past several years, doctors at the Asthma and
Allergy Center have been studying the effects of capsaicin
nasal spray on these
symptoms, and while their results are not conclusive, they believe that further irritation leads to relief.
Basically because it promises to detoxify your lungs and
nasal passages for easier breathing, purify your skin and alleviate the
symptoms of
allergies, asthma, and a host of other ailments.
Ponda said if
nasal steroids and additional drugs don't control
allergy symptoms well, or if someone just gets tired of having to use medications regularly,
allergy shots are also an option.
Doctors recommend avoiding marijuana if you have an
allergy, but also say that antihistamines, steroid
nasal sprays, and decongestants may help treat
symptoms.
Many antihistamines stop
nasal drainage but dry the eyes, making
allergy symptoms more painful.
Tried and true, using saline
nasal sprays and irrigating your
nasal passages with a Neti pot can decrease
allergy symptoms.
If your
allergy symptoms skew more to burning, itching eyes with some
nasal drainage, then eyebright, the herb in the homeopathic preparation euphrasia, may be the right solution for you.
One study found that those taking spirulina experienced relief from
allergy symptoms ranging from
nasal discharge, sneezing,
nasal congestion and itching.
As it relates to seasonal
allergies,
symptoms can include sneezing, coughing, itchy or watery eyes,
nasal congestion, and skin rashes.
Magnolia Clear Sinus contains the herb Xin Yi Hua (magnolia) which unblocks
nasal congestion and relieves
allergy symptoms of sneezing,
nasal discharge, sinus pain and headaches.
Food
allergy symptoms may sometimes be immediate and specific (a Type 1
allergy, IgE mediated), and can include skin rash, hives, itching, and eczema; swelling of the lips, tongue, or throat; tingling in the mouth; wheezing or
nasal congestion; trouble breathing; and dizziness or lightheadedness.
Extracts of peppermint have also been shown to help relieve the
nasal symptoms of allergic rhinitis (colds related to
allergy).
Symptoms can include common allergy symptoms like sneezing and nasal congestion, as well as urticaria or
Symptoms can include common
allergy symptoms like sneezing and nasal congestion, as well as urticaria or
symptoms like sneezing and
nasal congestion, as well as urticaria or asthma.
Gluten sensitivity is not the same as a wheat
allergy, a far less common problem with
symptoms like swelling, itching, skin rash, tingling or burning of the mouth, and
nasal congestion.
One study looked at red ginseng's ability to reduce
allergy - induced
nasal inflammation along with subsequent
symptoms such as sneezing, runny nose, itching, and even more severe conditions like asthma.
Rabbits, like humans, can suffer from
allergies and their
symptoms can range from having watery eyes, redness of the eye and its lids, to pain and sneezing with
nasal discharge.
Other diseases of the
nasal cavity such as fungal infections, foreign bodies and
allergies have
symptoms similar to
nasal tumors.
As an antihistamine, Trimeprazine is able to reduce the severity and intensity of skin itching in dogs as well as in relieving the
symptoms of
nasal congestion and other
allergies.
Pet
allergy symptoms embody
nasal congestion, runny nostril, itchy eyes, sneezing, and generally wheezing or difficulty respiratory.
Although
nasal symptoms are one sign of canine
allergies, the most common indication that your dog has
allergies will show up on his skin.