Is it important to treat symptoms of common illnesses such as hay fever or itchy eye symptoms?
	Yes. The medical name for hay fever is allergic rhinitis; itchy and red eye symptoms are referred to as conjunctivitis. Itis at the end of each medical term means inflammation. Allergy involves an inflammatory process and should be prevented or treated. Keeping the upper airway open and normal is an important part of keeping the entire respiratory system functioning properly. The nose filters, warms, and humidifies the air going into the airways in the lungs.  Complications of rhinitis also include otitis media or ear problems and sinusitis. Sinuses drain into the nose so keeping the nasal passages open decreases the risk of sinusitis.  Additionally, allergic rhinitis and /or conjunctivitis impact your quality of life. Both can reduce the quality of sleep at night and the ability to function during the day.