Rhinitis Flashcards
1
Q
define rhinitis
A
inflammation of the inside of the nose caused by an allergen
2
Q
investigation into rhinitis
A
- history
- skin prick
- allergen IgE antibiotics (if skin unable to be tested due to active eczema)
3
Q
management
A
- avoidance of allergens
- antihistamines
- decongestants
- topical corticosteroids
- leukotriene agonist
- immunotherapy
4
Q
what kind of antihistamines are used in rhinitis
A
second generation such as loratadine or cetirizine
5
Q
example of a decongestant used
A
xylometazoline
6
Q
topical corticosteroid used
A
beclomethasone (often good in combination with a non-sedative antihistamine eg cetirizine)
7
Q
when is immunotherapy used
A
when patients do not respond to any other option
