When examining the nares of a 45-year-old patient who has complaints of rhinorrhea,itching of the nose and eyes,and sneezing,the nurse notices the following: pale turbinates,swelling of the turbinates,and clear rhinorrhea.Which of these conditions is most likely the cause?

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Rhinorrhea,itching of the nose and eyes,and sneezing are present with allergic rhinitis.On physical examination,serous edema is noted,and the turbinates usually appear pale with a smooth,glistening surface.(See Table 16-1 for descriptions of the other conditions.)

When Examining the Nares of a 45-Year-Old Patient Who Has