Allergic rhinitis is which type of hypersensitivity: (A) Type - 1, (B) Type - 2, (C) Type - 3, (D) Type - 4
Answer is A. Allergic rhinitis is a type 1 hypersensitivity reaction, IgE antibody-mediated. May also be associated with symptoms of itching in the eyes, palate, and pharynx. Characterized by watery nasal discharge,nasal obstruction, sneezing and itching in the nose Ref: Dhingra 7e pg 187.