exists and is an alternate of . The average snowfall ranges from about a foot on the southern shore to between 18-30 through much of the remainder of the lowlands into north Jersey. The higher elevations of northern NJ average about 40-50.
Signs and symptoms of upper respiratory allergies resemble those of a cold or flu. Chronic sneezing, nasal congestion, ear infections, scratchy throat, postnasal drip, mucus secretions, watery eyes, a runny nose and headaches are indications that an upper respiratory allergy is afflicting an individual.
Such symptoms can be the result of an allergic reaction in the nose, lungs, or skin. Hay fever. Also known as allergic rhinitis. Hay fever is an inflammation of the mucus membranes in the nose. Hay fever often results from allergies to pollen, dust, certain foods, and other substances. Symptoms include sneezing, itching, runny nose, and nasal congestion. Histamine. A chemical released by the immune system after it's exposed to an allergen. It causes tissues to become swollen, inflamed, itchy, and red.