Allergic Rhinitis and Class 1 Medical

[johnappleseed123]

Hi,

I recently visited a specialist and he told me I have something along the lines of allergic rhinitis and hay fever. I went to the doctor in the first place as I had trouble getting enough air through my nose and developed a habit of breathing through my mouth due to this. I don't however have problems with a runny nose or itching anywhere.

I have just started taking a nasal spray but it takes up to two days for the effects to take place so I'm not sure if it will help yet.

What I wanted to know was whether this would have an impact on getting a class 1 medical?

Thanks,

[Winnerhofer]

Get rid of the inflammation.
Get a dose of Kentacort 80ml.
Take 1xTelfast 180mg (fexofenadine) daily.
Go for homeopathy and avoid using sprays that contain chemicals.
The other issue is avoid all dairy products as well acidic foods because your diaphram is leaky and thus gastric reflux which exacerbates stuffiness.

[localflighteast]

Winnerhoffer...


love to know how you are meant to "avoid sprays containing chemicals"
water is a chemical as well you know. Which is all your precious homeopathy is.

Do you actually have any medical qualifications or do you just like seeing how many people you can screw over with potentially dangerous advice?

[Winnerhofer]

I speak of what I have taken which worked.
Of course, one-size does not fit all.
If allergies are chronic, an immunologist's opinon is vital.
I am only trying to help and I am not charging fees.

[localflighteast]

There is a world of difference between saying "I had a similar problem and this is what worked for me" and giving a medical diagnosis and prescribing treatment.

How the hell have you managed to ascertain that the OP has a "leaky diaphragm" without even meeting them?

you don't need to charge a fee to be a dangerous quack.

[gingernut]

I hope that you are feeling better.

Steroid spray's are sometimes useful, and can be bought "over the counter" for short lived conditions.

Medicalising a condition which may not need mecalising will not you do any favours in the long run.

[localflighteast]

Oh Winner,
you really are a piece of work aren't you?

[Chris Opperman]

To get back to John's question: Allergic rhinitis should not influence your Class 1 medical if this is a stand alone diagnosis. The root cause of allergic rhinitis may be a single simple irritant or multi-factorial. Treatment usually is to suppress the inflammatory response to the allergen, mostly consisting of anti-histamines and nasal cortico-steroids. All anti-histamines may cause drowsiness, the newer ones less than the older ones. For this reason try to avoid anti-histamines, although there are a few that is allowed for pilots. The nasal steroids are mostly without side-effects that can influence your flying ability, and are safe to use over an extended period. Even so, only use it in periods where and when the rhinitis bothers. It is a good practice to rinse your nasal passages and sinuses with a salt, sugar and baking soda mix. Find a good clinician and he/she will be able to guide you in the use of this mix. The saline solutions typically found at chemists are of little value.
Hope it is what you are trying to find out!