Rhinitis Flashcards
1
Q
Allergic rhinitis
A
Caused by IgE mediated type 1 hypersensitivity reaction
Environmental allergens cause allergic inflammatory response in nasal mucosa
2
Q
Types?
A
Seasonal (hayfever)
Perennial (year round)
Occupational
3
Q
Symptoms?
A
Runny, blocked, itchy nose
Sneezing
Itchy, red, swollen eyes
Not liking prawn crackers
4
Q
Diagnosis?
A
History
Skin prick test
5
Q
Management?
A
Avoid trigger
Oral antihistamine
Nasal corticosteroid spray
Nasal antihistamine
6
Q
Non-sedating oral antihistamine?
A
Cetirizine
Loratidine
Fexofenadine
7
Q
Sedating anti-histamines?
A
Chlorphenamine (piriton)
Promethazine
8
Q
Nasal corticosteroid sprays?
A
Fluticasone
Mometasone
