noun
- Plural of pollinosis; allergic reactions caused by exposure to pollen, typically characterized by sneezing, nasal congestion, and itchy eyes.
Usage: Medical term; Often used interchangeably with 'hay fever'
Examples
- Many people suffer from pollinoses during spring when trees and grasses release their pollen.
- Pollinoses affect millions of individuals worldwide, particularly in temperate climates.
- Antihistamines are commonly prescribed to manage the symptoms of pollinoses.
- The prevalence of pollinoses has increased over the past few decades.
- Patients with pollinoses often experience relief when pollen counts are low.