Allergic rhinitis is also an immediate hypersensitivity immune response.

ALLERGIC RHINITIS

 

          Allergic rhinitis is also an immediate hypersensitivity immune response. It is characterized by vasodilatation and oedema of nasal mucosa. There is increased mucous production.

 

Clinical Manifestations:

 

·         There is profuse rhinorrhoea (an abnormal discharge of mucous from the nose).

·         Circle under the eyes, a thin white crease across the bridge of the nose from repeated rubbing.

·         A hyper nasal voice.

·         Itchy watery eyes & nose, night cough & morning sore throat.

 

Treatment and Management:

 

          Allergy may be avoided if the primary allergy is due to dust, animal or other inhalants subject to environmental control.

 

Drugs:

 

Antihistamines:- A multitude of antihistamines is available either single or as fixed combination products that also include decongestants

 

Sympathomimetics:- Neo epinephrine in the form of nasal drop is the only drugs in the sympathetically category that is used for allergic rhinitis.

 

·         Child should not be exposed to allergens.

·         Administer nasal drops as per prescription.