Acupuncture for allergic rhinitis relief
Treatments studied
Part of Ear, nose & throat, Immune system & allergy, Lungs & breathing clinical trials.
This study tests whether a specific type of acupuncture can reduce allergy symptoms like sneezing, runny nose, and nasal congestion. It may offer an alternative for people whose symptoms are not well controlled by standard treatments.
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Who can take part
- You have been diagnosed with allergic rhinitis (hay fever) and have symptoms like sneezing, runny nose, nasal itching, or stuffy nose for at least an hour a day.
- You have eye symptoms like itching, tearing, or redness, which are common with allergies.
- You have had a positive allergy test (skin prick, blood test, or nasal challenge) confirming your allergies.
- You have not used allergy medications (like antihistamines, nasal sprays, or steroid pills) or allergy shots for at least 2 weeks before starting the study.
- You are not pregnant or breastfeeding, and you do not have any bleeding disorders, skin infections, or other conditions that might make acupuncture unsafe.
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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