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I have allergic rhinitis. Does my mucus contain viruses? In other words, is my cold contagious or infectious?
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No more than anybody else's unless you have a cold or infection of some kind. Your body produces histamine in an allergic reaction so you probably have a lot of histamine in it.
I see you called it a "cold". Allergic rhinitis is not a cold. Your body's immune system is overreacting to a harmless substance thinking it is harmful and the mucus is a result of your body trying to protect you.
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Thanks, Hope.
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llergic rhinitis, like other allergic reactions, is not contagious. However, the symptoms of allergic rhinitis can be confused with those of a common cold, which can be spread from person to person. For further info, please visit the following site: https://www.medicinenet.com/hay_fever/article.htm#how_do_health_care_professionals_diagnose_allergic_rhinitis_how_do_health_care_professionals_identify_allergies Regards C K
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Anti-histamines give temporary relief.
In India it is said 'Allergy is rub di marji' means, Allergy is will of GOD.
Me Gathering Pebbles at The Seashore.-Aj
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