Allergy is a very common ailment with an estimated prevalence between 10 - 40% and is increasing worldwide. 1,2 A leading theory behind the rising allergy and asthma diagnosis rates is the "hygiene hypothesis." This theory suggests that living conditions in much of the world might be too clean and kids aren't being exposed [...]

Indoor allergens such as dust mites, pet dander, mold, and cockroach droppings can trigger allergy and asthma symptoms in millions of allergy sufferers.1 Carried in through the air, allergens can be found on furniture, floors, and other surfaces around the house. While no home can be completely allergen-free, thorough cleaning on a regular basis [...]

A blocked nose can be very bothersome for newborns and infants. Babies are naturally nasal breathers, so any type of nasal congestion can be very uncomfortable for them and frustrating for parents.1 Symptoms of a blocked nose may include:1 Difficulty eating Crying for no specific reason Nasal discharge Trouble sleeping Snoring Loud nasal breathing [...]

Every time you take a breath, all sorts of particles enter your nose, some of them are nothing to be concerned about and some of them not so good for example dirt, viruses, bacteria and even fungus.  Luckily, your respiratory system (e.g. your nose, mouth and lungs) has several defense systems in place to [...]

Bacteria that can withstand extreme temperature and climate changes contains a substance called Ectoin®. This substance protects these small living beings from harmful environmental influences and help them to survive.1 So, what does Ectoin® have to do with your nose? Applied in humans, it protects the lining in your nose as well as your [...]

And for some, these symptoms can last all year round Allergic Rhinitis, commonly referred to as Hay Fever which causes swelling and inflammation in the nose, can severely affect a person’s quality of life1. Dr Ahmed Ismail Manjra, a Paediatrician and Allergologist from Westville Hospital in Durban, says that he prefers using the term [...]

With spring around the corner, seasonal allergy sufferers1 may be bracing themselves for what is being described as a 21st-century epidemic2, an apparent increase in the number of people suffering from a variety of allergies3. While there is no specific explanation for the growing number of people with allergies, it is thought that this [...]