Research Notes on Achoo Syndrome
Photic sneeze reflex is a genetic autosomal dominant trait, which causes sneezing when exposed suddenly to bright light, possibly many times consecutively. It is also referred to as photic sneeze response, sun sneezing, photogenic sneezing, the photosternutatory reflex, being photo sensitive, ACHOO syndrome, and "Achooism," with its related backronym Autosomal dominant Compelling Helio-Ophthalmic Outburst syndrome. The condition affects 17 to 35 percent of humans. ...read more on Wikipedia
Top Resources on Achoo Syndrome
- MedicineNet: Definition Of Achoo Syndrome
- Healthline: ACHOO Syndrome Health Article
- WrongDiagnosis: ACHOO
- iVillage: Sunlight And Sneezing: Is There A Connection?
- Catching Your Breath: A.C.H.O.O. Syndrome
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