title: Upper respiratory problems.
abstract: This article provides an overview of occupational upper respiratory problems which are commonly encountered in a primary care setting and have received formal study. Emphasis is placed on diagnostic methods. The importance of recognizing occupational upper respiratory disorders and offering appropriate therapy is highlighted.
authors.affiliation: Division of Occupational and Environmental Medicine, Department of Community and Family Medicine, Duke University Medical Center, Durham, North Carolina, USA.
authors.forename: C A
authors.initials: CA
authors.lastname: Epling
mesh_terms: D003948:Diagnostic Techniques, Respiratory System; D006801:Humans; D008487:Medical History Taking; D009784:Occupational Diseases / Q000175:diagnosis* / Q000209:etiology / Q000628:therapy*; D016272:Occupational Health; D009787:Occupational Medicine / Q000379:methods*; D010808:Physical Examination; D011320:Primary Health Care / Q000379:methods*; D012140:Respiratory Tract Diseases / Q000175:diagnosis* / Q000209:etiology / Q000628:therapy*; D012307:Risk Factors