Year: 2020
Type: article
Abstract: Allergic rhinitis is a common and troubling condition. Basic management of this condition has been well described. However, acute exacerbations of the chronic condition allergic rhinitis are a seldom discussed or described problem despite the fact that even well-controlled patients frequently have exacerbations. This consideration means that a new approach is necessary to define the management of these patients. There are three important events that illustrate the need for a new therapeutic approach:A person who gets a new diagnosis of allergic rhinitis, but has symptoms for many months or yearsA sufferer of allergic rhinitis who is exposed to an environment that triggers an exacerbationA person who has an exacerbation related to another trigger.Recognition of triggers and management strategies to correctly use 'relief' therapies such as topical nasal decongestants is the key to successful management. In addition, the use of an 'action plan', as for asthma, is useful.
Source: South African Family Practice
Institutions: University of Pretoria, University of the Witwatersrand
Language: English
Subfield: Immunology and Allergy
Field: Medicine
Domain: Health Sciences
Open Access status: gold
Estimated APC paid: $856
OpenAlex ID: W3092350387