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Spring Allergy - Glossary


Glossary

Pollen: The male fertilizing agent of flowering plants, grasses, trees and weeds.

Allergen: The substance that triggers an allergic reaction.

Allergist: A Physician specially trained to diagnose, treat and manage allergies and immunologic disorders.

Antihistamines: Medications to relieve/prevent hay fever symptoms.

Corticosteroids: Medications that treat asthma and skin allergy.

Rhinitis: Inflammation of the mucous membrane of the nose.
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