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History and Physical Findings in Allergic rhinitis Presenting Symptoms Nasal congestion Sneezing Rhinorrhea (clear or colored Seasonal vs. perennial Physical Findings Clear rhinorrhea (clear or nature of symptoms colored may exist, though Symptoms on exposure to colored rhinorrhea may may exist, though colored particular agent (animals, indicate a co-morbid rhinorrhea may indicate a particular plants) disease process with AR) co-morbid disease process Current medications with AR)) Family history of atopic or Itching of nose, eyes, palate Post-nasal drip Frequent throat clearing Cough Malaise (may be presenting Historical Findings allergic disease Bluish or pale swelling of nasal mucosa Ocular findings (watery Symptoms on exposure to discharge, swollen irritants (makes allergic conjunctivae, scleral etiology less likely) injection) Symptoms of upper Frequent throat clearing complaint in children) respiratory infection (makes Allergic shiners Fatigue (may be presenting allergic etiology less likely) Nasal crease Absence of foreign body, complaint in children) tumor, purulence suggesting infection Table 6 History and Physical Findings in Allergic Rhinitis from Clinical Practice Guideline: Allergic Rhinitis SOURCE: Seidman, MD, Gurgel, RK, Lin, SY, et al. Clinical Practice Guideline: Allergic Rhinitis. Otolaryngol Head Neck Surg. 2015; 152(1S):S1-S43 About the AAO-HNS The American Academy of Otolaryngology—Head and Neck Surgery (www.entnet.org), one of the oldest medical associations in the nation, represents about 12,000 physicians and allied health professionals who specialize in the diagnosis and treatment of disorders of the ears, nose, throat, and related structures of the head and neck. The Academy serves its members by facilitating the advancement of the science and art of medicine related to otolaryngology and by representing the specialty in governmental and socioeconomic issues. The AAO-HNS Foundation works to advance the art, science, and ethical practice of otolaryngology-head and neck surgery through education, research, and lifelong learning. The organization's vision: "Empowering otolaryngologist-head and neck surgeons to deliver the best patient care."