Allergic rhinitis Flashcards

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What is allergic rhinitis?

A

Inflammatory disorder of the nose where the nose become sensitized to allergens

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What are possible allergens that can cause allergic rhinitis?

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house dust mites
Grass, tree and weed pollens

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How can allergic rhinitis be classified?

A

Seasonal
Perennial
Occupational:

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What is seasonal allergic rhinitis?

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Symptoms occur around the same time every year

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What is perennial rhinitis?

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Symptoms occur throughout the year

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What is occupational rhinitis?

A

symptoms follow exposure to particular allergens within the work place

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What are some possible features of nasal rhinitis?

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sneezing
bilateral nasal obstruction
clear nasal discharge
post-nasal drip
nasal pruritus

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What is the main management of allergic rhinitis?

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Allergen avoidance

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What is the management of mild-to-moderate intermittent, or mild persistent symptoms of allergic rhinitis?

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Oral or intranasal antihistamines

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What is the management of moderate-to-severe persistent symptoms, or initial ineffective drug treatment?

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Intranasal corticosteroids

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What is the problem of using long term topical nasal decongestants?

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Rebound hypertrophy of the nasal mucosa (rhinitis medicamentosa) may occur upon withdrawal

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