Managing allergic rhinitis.
An allergic reaction can occur at any age and present itself in many organs. Over the past five decades, the understanding of immunological mechanisms and pharmacological management of allergy has increased. This article outlines the mechanisms of allergy, its diagnosis and management in the context of the upper respiratory tract, and hay fever.
Suffolk COPD Services, West Suffolk Hospital, Bury St Edmunds.
Linda
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Pearce
D018926:Anti-Allergic Agents / Q000627:therapeutic use; D003937:Diagnosis, Differential; D006801:Humans; D007167:Immunotherapy; D012221:Rhinitis, Allergic, Perennial / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000276:immunology / Q000628:therapy*; D012882:Skin Tests
D018926:Anti-Allergic Agents