Clinical Manifestations of Allergic Rhinitis

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  • Nina Lakhani
  • Michelle North
  • Anne K. Ellis
چکیده

Epidemiological data suggests that the prevalence of allergic rhinitis is increasing worldwide [1]. Despite this, symptoms of allergic rhinitis are often underestimated by patients or are perceived as ‘normal’. Surveys of allergy sufferers across the United States of America have reported up to 61% of individuals being tolerant or able to ignore symptoms of allergic rhinitis, but over 80% of these individuals reported allergic symptoms altering their quality of life during allergy season [2]. Low rates of recognition, underreporting and delay in seeking medical attention often lead to altered quality of life for patients and the impact on work productivity and school performance is often under recognized [3]. This review focuses on the classification, nasal manifestations, non-nasal manifestations, and quality of life impact of allergic rhinitis.

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تاریخ انتشار 2012