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A runny nose, watery eyes, sneezing, and a stuffy or itchy nose. These are all signs that you may have allergies, or allergic rhinitis. The term rhinitis refers to inflammation in your nose. Allergic rhinitis that happens in only part of the year is often called seasonal rhinitis, or hay fever. Rhinitis that happens all year long is called perennial allergic rhinitis. Allergic rhinitis usually isn't a serious problem, but the symptoms can sometimes disrupt daily life.

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