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#Phase 2.2: Special Senses > Allergic Rhinitis > Flashcards

Allergic Rhinitis Flashcards

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What is Allergic Rhinitis? (2 points)

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  1. Inflamm condition of nose
  2. Where nose becomes sensitive to allergens
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What type of Hypersensitivity is Allergic Rhinitis caused by?

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IgE-mediated Type 1 Hypersensitivity reaction

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What are possible allergens that trigger Allergic Rhinitis? (3 things)

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  1. House dust mites
  2. Tree pollen / grass
  3. Pets
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What are the different types of Allergic Rhinitis? (3 things)

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  1. Seasonal (hay fever)
  2. Perennial (all year) (house dust mite allergy)
  3. Occupational (school / work environment)
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What are the CF of Allergic Rhinitis?

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  1. Itchy / red / swollen eyes
  2. Itchy / blocked / runny nose
  3. Post-nasal drip
  4. Sneezing
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What colour is the nasal discharge in Allergic Rhinitis?

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Clear

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What is the diagnosis of Allergic Rhinitis based on?

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Hx

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What investigations are useful in Allergic Rhinitis?

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Skin prick testing

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What will Skin prick testing help with in Allergic Rhinitis?

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Find out exact allergy (e.g pollen / animals / house dust mite)

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What are the Conservative Mx options for Allergic Rhinitis? (4 things)

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  1. Avoid trigger
  2. Hoover regularly
  3. Change pillows regularly
  4. Good ventilation at home
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What are the Medical Mx options for Allergic Rhinitis? (3 things)

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  1. Antihistamines (take prior to exposure) (oral)
  2. Nasal antihistamines
  3. Corticosteroid spray (nasal)
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What are the different types of Antihistamines? (2 things)

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  1. Non-sedating antihistamines
  2. Sedating antihistamines
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What are examples of Non-sedating antihistamines? (2 things)

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  1. Cetirizine (ya saatir)
  2. Loratadine
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What are examples of Sedating antihistamines? (2 things)

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  1. Chlorphenamine (Piriton)
  2. Promethazine
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When can you use NASAL antihistamines?

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@ rapid onset of CF

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What are examples of Corticosteroid sprays? (2 things)

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  1. Fluticasone
  2. Mometasone
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What should you do if CF are not manageable after all Medical options used?

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Refer to immunologist

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