Rhinitis Flashcards

1
Q

define rhinitis

A

inflammation of the inside of the nose caused by an allergen

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2
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investigation into rhinitis

A
  • history
  • skin prick
  • allergen IgE antibiotics (if skin unable to be tested due to active eczema)
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3
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management

A
  • avoidance of allergens
  • antihistamines
  • decongestants
  • topical corticosteroids
  • leukotriene agonist
  • immunotherapy
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4
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what kind of antihistamines are used in rhinitis

A

second generation such as loratadine or cetirizine

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5
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example of a decongestant used

A

xylometazoline

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6
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topical corticosteroid used

A

beclomethasone (often good in combination with a non-sedative antihistamine eg cetirizine)

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7
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when is immunotherapy used

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when patients do not respond to any other option

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