Rhinitis, Allergic, Perennial
| Definition: |
Inflammation of the mucous membrane of the nose similar to that found in hay fever except that symptoms persist throughout the year. The causes are usually air-borne allergens, particularly dusts, feathers, molds, animal fur, etc. |
| Notes: |
note X ref: do not confuse with RHINITIS, ALLERGIC, SEASONAL see HAY FEVER |
| Previously Indexed: |
Hay Fever (1966-1979),Rhinitis (1966-1979) |
Rhinitis, Allergic, Perennial Definitions and Terms
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