Allergic rhinitis – What are the signs and symptoms, relevant dDx., sequelae, work up, and treatment options?

January 5, 2021 5:09 am Published by

Allergic rhinitis (hay fever) is an inflammation of the mucosal lining of the nasal cavity, commonly occurs seasonally due to pollens, fungus, and grasses.

Sn. & Sx.:

  • Itching of the eyes, nose, throat
  • Conjuntivitis, lacrimation
  • Nasal congestion, clear rhinorrhea
  • Sneezing
  • Swollen/boggy/pale mucosa

dDx.:

  • Sinusitis
  • Viral upper respiratory tract infection

Sequelae:

  • Chronic sinusitis/polyps
  • Serous otitis media
  • Asthma

Work up:

  • Clinical exam

Tx.:

  • Surgical repair ( if diameter exceeds 5cm)

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This post was written by Omar Rifai