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Allergic rhinitis: an update

Julian Savage, MB BS, MRCS

Royal Devon and Exeter Hospital (Wonford), Barrack Road, Exter EX2 5DW, 84 Grass Lawn, Barrack Road, St Leonards, Exeter EX2 4SZ, England Tel: +44 (0)1392 411 611 jenjules{at}blueyonder.co.uk

Dev Roy, MS, FRCS

St Johnís Hospital, Wood Street, Chelmsford, Essex CM2 9BG, England Tel: +44 (0)1245 513 238 Fax: +44 (0)1245 513 298 devtanya{at}yahoo.com

Allergic rhinitis is extremely common and a global health problem. One study has quoted a prevalence of 16% and, as with asthma, it seems to be increasing. This increase and association with asthma have raised concerns about appropriate treatment.

Fortunately, with new knowledge of the pathophysiologic mechanisms, newer and better treatment strategies have been developed.

This short review of allergic rhinitis highlights its prevalence, pathophysiology, clinical presentation, investigation and management. A new classification and recommendations by the World Health Organizationís guidelines ëAllergic Rhinitis and its Impact on Asthmaí are also discussed.

Key Words: Allergy • evidence-based treatment • immunotherapy • pharmacotherapy • rhinitis

The Journal of the Royal Society for the Promotion of Health, Vol. 125, No. 4, 172-175 (2005)
DOI: 10.1177/146642400512500410
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