Treatment of Allergic Rhinitis
Year: 2013
Type: article
Abstract: Allergic rhinitis (AR) is defined as chronic inflammatory reactions to common allergens in the nasal mucosa with at least two AR symptoms including rhinorrhea, nasal congestion, sneezing, nasal/ocular pruritus, and postnasal drainage. AR is a common health problem, and it affects around 10-25% of general population. Its prevalence is increasing according to the environmental changes. AR and asthma frequently coexist in the same patient, therefore we should consider it and check for asthma to diagnose AR. Antihistamines and nasal corticosteroids are recommended as the 1st line treatment of AR. Decongestants may be effective for nasal congestion, and leukotrienes are helpful to improve both nasal and bronchial inflammations in patients with AR and asthma. Allergen specific immunotherapy is useful in IgE mediated AR and can prevent the progression to asthma and new sensitizations. Appropriate AR treatment including medications and immunotherapy can improve symptoms and reduce medications. Finally improvement of quality of life can be achieved. (Korean J Med 2013;85:463-468) Keywords: Allergic rhinitis; Treatment; Asthma 중심 단어: 알레르기비염; 치료; 천식
Source: Korean Journal of Medicine
Author: Gyu-Young Hur
Institutions: Korea University, Korea University Medical Center
Language: English
Subfield: Immunology and Allergy
Field: Medicine
Domain: Health Sciences
Open Access status: hybrid
OpenAlex ID: W2165885657