[Allergic rhinitis. Epidemiology, pathogenesis, investigation and treatment].
The incidence of allergic rhinitis is increasing, as is our knowledge of its pathogenesis, epidemiologic factors and optimal therapeutic principles. This paper discusses various allergy promoting factors and gives a brief update on current immunological concepts of allergy. Recent achievements in the pathogenesis of allergic rhinitis are discussed, as well as pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatment.
Steinsvåg
S K
SK
Ore-nese-halsavdelingen, Haukeland Sykehus, Bergen.
Franzén
G
G
Danielsen
A
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D014943:Global Health; D006801:Humans; D012221:Rhinitis, Allergic, Perennial / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000453:epidemiology / Q000628:therapy