Acupuncture for allergic rhinitis (hay fever)
Treatments studied
Part of Ear, nose & throat, Immune system & allergy, Lungs & breathing clinical trials.
This study tests if acupuncture on a nerve in the head (sphenopalatine ganglion) can help reduce symptoms of allergic rhinitis (hay fever) like sneezing and runny nose.
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Who can take part
- You have been diagnosed with allergic rhinitis (hay fever).
- You have at least two symptoms like sneezing, runny nose, itchy nose, or stuffy nose for over an hour daily.
- You have not used antihistamines, steroids, or other allergy treatments for at least 2 weeks before starting.
- You do not have other nasal conditions like sinusitis, nasal polyps, or non-allergic rhinitis.
- You do not have bleeding disorders or take anticoagulant medications.
- You are not pregnant or breastfeeding, and you are willing to give written consent.
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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