Clinical Definition of Hay fever
Hay fever, also called allergic rhinitis, is caused by an allergic response to outdoor or indoor allergens, such as pollen, dust mites or tiny flecks of skin and saliva shed by cats, dogs and other animals with fur or feathers (pet dander).
Symptoms
- Runny nose and nasal congestion
- Watery, itchy, red eyes (allergic conjunctivitis)
- Nasal congestion
- Sneezing
- Nasal and sinus pressure
- Ear infections or effusions (fluid and inflammation)
- Cough
How Does Salt Therapy Assist Hay fever?
The warm environment provides relief from allergens that cause irritation to the airways while the salt is a natural antihistamine, antibacterial and anti inflammatory it will help alleviate the allergy. Inhalation of the salt particles reduce the inflammation while reducing congestion. This reduction of inflammation will provide relief from nasal congestion and pressure.