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Allergy and Immunology Awareness Program (AIAP)
Allergic Rhinitis Guide
Prepared by:
Dr. Mehdi Adeli, MD, FAAAAI, FAP
Senior Consultant, Allergy and Immunology
Assistant Professor Weill Cornell Medicine-Qatar
Allergy and Immunology Awareness Program (AIAP)
Pediatrics Department, Hamad Medical Corporation
Doha, Qatar
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Allergy and Immunology Awareness Program (AIAP)
Allergic Rhinitis Guide
Prepared by:
Dr. Mehdi Adeli, MD, FAAAAI, FAP
Senior Consultant, Allergy and Immunology
Assistant Professor Weill Cornell Medicine-Qatar
Allergy and Immunology Awareness Program (AIAP)
Pediatrics Department, Hamad Medical Corporation
Doha, Qatar
Dr. Mehdi Adeli, MD, FAAAAI, FAP
Senior Consultant, Allergy and Immunology
Assistant Professor, Weill Cornell Medicine-Qatar
Allergy and Immunology Awareness Program (AIAP)
Pediatrics Department, Hamad Medical Corporation
Doha, Qatar
This booklet was created by the Allergy and
Immunology Awareness Program at Hamad
Medical Corporation.
Allergic Rhinitis is a condition that affects
many, young and old alike. The discomfort
associated with the symptoms of allergic
rhinitis can be troublesome to many and
is behind a significant number of sick days
taken by students and employees. This can
result in a drop in productivity and cause an
economic burden on the state.
The increased number of missed school
days can accumulate into an educational
deficit for children suffering from allergic
rhinitis.
This booklet and this program as a
whole, was created to show patients and
their families that these conditions are
manageable. We hope to lighten the burden
on all those affected through education
and empowerment.
We wish you the best of health.
Your feedback is highly valued. Please reach
out to us at:
madeli@hamad.qa or AIAP@hamad.qa
Thank you and we wish you a
healthy life.
Introduction
Contents
The nose	 6
Allergic rhinitis 	 7
How common is allergic rhinitis 	 7
What are allergens? 	 8
How does allergic rhinitis happen?	 9
Conditions can be associated or complicated with Allergic Rhinitis	 9
Conditions that can be easily mistaken with Allergic Rhinitis: “Non-Allergic Rhinitis”	 10
Diagnosing allergic rhinitis 	 11
Management of allergic rhinitis 	 11
•	 Prevention
•	 Medication
	
Antihistamines
	
Decongestants
	
Corticosteroids
	
Leukotriene Modifiers
	
Mast cell stabilizers
	
Allergy Shot (Immunotherapy)
•	 Indications of using medication in relation to symptoms
•	 Nasal irrigation (rinse)
•	 How to use nasal sprays
When the referral to an immunology/allergy specialist is recommended?	 15
Frequent asked questions (FAQs) 	 16
Patient Education Checklist	 17
Epilogue	 17
References	 18
6
The nose is an organ of upper respiratory
tract and has several Functions. First, it is
the organ of smelling sensation as it has tiny
neuron cells that can detect different kinds
of smells. Also, it has a protective function;
it produces mucus to prevent harmful things
such as dust and bacteria from entering our
bodies. Furthermore, the nose warms and
filters the air we breathe before it reaches to
the lungs.
The nasal passages are connected to the
facial sinuses, which are cavities in the skull
bones lined with mucus membrane located
behind and beside the nose, cheeks, and eye
sockets. They decrease weight of the skull
and regulate voice resonance. In addition,
they secrete mucus to lubricate the nasal
passage and to trap germs and toxins.
In the throat, there is the pharynx which
is muscular tube located behind the nose
and mouth. It is responsible of swallowing.
Also, it connects the nasal and oral cavity
to the larynx, trachea (windpipe) and to the
esophagus respectively.
Each Ear has three parts; outer, middle
and inner. The nasopharynx and nose is
connected to the ear through Eustachian
(Auditory) tube which lies in the middle ear.
This tube is smaller, softer and horizontal
in babies compared to adults as their tubes
are longer and vertical. For this reason,
children are more vulnerable to infections and
inflammation in their ears.
In conclusion, Ears, nose, throat and sinuses
are all linked together. For that reason,
diseases affect the nose can also have an
impact on the surrounding structures.
The Nose
Eustachian tube
Nasal septum
Frontal sinus
Ethmoid sinus
Maxillary sinus
Turbinate
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It is chronic inflammation of nasal passage that
happens after being exposed to an allergen(s) and it
causes many annoying symptoms.
Children usually are unaware of the symptoms and
parents often do not consider it as allergic rhinitis.
Thus, child may suffer without receiving adequate
therapy.
The symptoms could be mild; do not interfere with
patient’s daily activities, moderate or severe; in a way
that affect the quality of the life.
The symptoms are:
•	 A runny nose with stuffiness
•	 Excessive tearing or itchy eyes
•	 Sneezing
•	 Itchy nose, or throat
•	 Feeling pressure behind the nose or on either side
of it (where the sinuses are)
•	 Swollen and dark skin under the eyes (called
"allergic shiners")
Allergic Rhinitis occurs according to allergen
exposure. Sometimes the symptoms can come
and go with seasons “Seasonal Allergic Rhinitis”
and sometimes they can last for the whole year
“Perennial Allergic Rhinitis”.
How common is Allergic Rhinitis?
Around 1-15% of 6-7 year olds around the world
have signs of allergic rhinitis. Around 2-40% of 13-
14 year olds also have these signs. Allergic rhinitis is
found in about 16% of adults. Adults are probably
more likely to have the persistent kind.
Anyone can get Allergic Rhinitis at any age. Usually
people get it in childhood or early adulthood. It can
get better or worse from year to year but usually
ends up getting better slowly, and over many years.
Allergic Rhinitis
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They are regular things around us (airborne
substances) that do not cause allergic symptoms
normally. However, if people are susceptible to
allergy, their bodies will overreact when they get
exposed to the allergen. They are classified to indoor
and outdoor allergens.
Indoor Allergens:
We usually find them inside the house. They include:
Dust mites: Dust mites are insects, not able to be
seen with the naked eye, that survive in bedding,
carpets, stuffed furniture, old clothing and stuffed
toys. They survive primarily on human dander. Dust
mites are common in humid climates.
Mold spores: Is part of a fungus. They can be found
in a lot of homes. Mold chooses to grow in humid
places like bathrooms or kitchens.
Cockroach’s particles: Cockroaches can live in
small cracks in houses without ever being seen. You
are more likely to find them in the kitchen where food
is exposed.
Animal dander and Feathers: means the bits of
dead skin or hairs that naturally fall off any animal.
What are Allergens?
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Outdoors Allergens:
They present in the outside. The commonest one is
Pollen from trees, shrubs, grasses and weeds. Pollen
may travel many miles. Therefore trees, grasses
and weeds in your general area can cause allergy
symptoms.
How does Allergic Rhinitis happen?
A person is more likely to get allergic rhinitis if his
parent has it too. This is also true if the parents or any
family member have other allergies like skin allergies,
asthma or even food allergies. These diseases tend to
run in families.
Everybody’s defense system is in charge of checking
the things that come into contact with it. It labels
normal things as safe and harmful things (like
viruses), as unsafe.
Then, the immune system will make antibodies (IgE
as an example) as well as chemical substances - act
as inflammatory mediators- such as “Histamine” to
attack the harmful things specifically.
Sometimes, the defense system will make a mistake
by attack a safe substance like tree pollen through
those antibodies and mediators. This is what gives a
person allergic rhinitis and other allergic reactions.
Conditions or complications associated
with Allergic Rhinitis:
Many complications and diseases could be associated
with allergic rhinitis. The paragraph below mentions
some of them.
•	 Complications affect the daily performance
and quality of life such as sleep disturbance,
daytime tiredness, headaches, poor
concentration
•	 Bronchial asthma: is a chronic respiratory
illness, affecting the airways, making the
breathing difficult. It occurs mainly due to
inflammation and swelling of the airways plus
secretion of mucus which cause obstruction
and promote further breathing difficulty. The
presence of allergic rhinitis (seasonal or perennial)
significantly increases the probability of asthma as
up to 40% of people with allergic rhinitis have or
will have asthma.
•	 Otitis Media: Inflammation of the middle
ear usually due to dysfunction of Eustachian
(Auditory) tube. It commonly happens as a result
of viral or bacterial infection. As mentioned
before, children have higher tendency to develop
otitis media because their auditory tubes are
small, soft and horizontal. This make the infection
spread easily from the adjacent structures like
nose or throat.
Excessive Tearing
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•	 Anatomic Rhinitis: Any anatomic abnormality
of the nose can affect its functions and cause
inflammation as well. For example, nasal septal
deviation.
•	 Atrophic Rhinitis: (shrunken nasal tissue) due
to thinning of nasal mucosa which is caused by
different reasons like prolonged infection and
aging. The patient will notice crusts in his nose,
widening of nasal cavity as well as loss of smelling.
•	 Drug induced Rhinitis: There are many
medications cause congestion of the nose. For
instance, topical decongestant (if you used them
for a long time), Oral contraceptives and some
Anti-hypertensive medication.
•	 Rhino-sinusitis: Inflammation of the sinuses.
Same as ears, the sinuses are also connected with
the nose, so they could be affected with nose
diseases.
•	 Nasal polyps: they are benign, fleshy swelling
grows from the mucous membrane of the sinuses
or nose. They cause a profound feeling of nasal
blockage.
•	 Allergic conjunctivitis: inflammation of the
conjunctiva that occurs because of allergy.
•	 Atopic Dermatitis: Allergy causes skin rash.
Conditions that can be easily mistaken
with Allergic Rhinitis: “Non-Allergic
Rhinitis”	
Many conditions can lead to rhinitis symptoms.
Some people may think of them as results of allergy
although they are not.
•	 Infectious Rhinitis: (cold and flu) usually caused
by viruses and can be complicated with bacterial
infection. Its treatment is completely different
despite sharing most of the symptoms with
allergic rhinitis.
•	 Hormonal Rhinitis: This is associated with
hormonal status changes such as pregnancy,
puberty and menses.
•	 Non-Allergic Rhinitis with Eosinophilia
Syndrome (NARES): This is a syndrome
characterized by: Asthma, nasal polyps and
Aspirin insensitivity.
•	 Vasomotor or idiopathic Rhinitis: This is
believed to result from disturbed regulation of the
autonomic nervous system (which controls the
body functions without our consciousness such
as breathing and heart beating). This disturbance
causes the blood vessels that supply the nose to
expand resulting in congestion and draining of
mucus. The exact reason of idiopathic rhinitis is
unknown! However, it is triggered by nonspecific
factors such as chemical irritants, environmental
changes, humidity and strong smells.
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It is very difficult to diagnose allergic rhinitis in the
first 2 or 3 years of life. The prevalence of allergic
rhinitis peaks in the second to fourth decades of life
and then gradually diminishes.
Initially, your doctor will ask questions to find out
when and where you get the symptoms (e.g., during
a particular season, after exposure to a dog or cat,
etc.). Are the symptoms associated with other
infections or skin rash? Also, he will check if you had
been taking specific medication which may cause
these symptoms. Does anyone in the family have
allergy?
Next, the doctor will examine the nose as well as
ears, throat, eyes, lungs and skin.
After that, he might ask for blood or skin tests
specific for allergy to confirm the diagnosis. And he
may request radiographic imaging if rhino-sinusitis is
suspected.
Allergy tests should be done by an allergy/
immunology specialist.
Management
IF the allergy toward a specific allergen is confirmed,
the best management is to avoid it.
Prevention:
Dust mites
•	 Surround the mattress and box springs in a
zippered dust-proof enhancing. Dust-proof
enhancing has a layer of material that keeps the
dust mites inside and won’t allow it to get out.
•	 Wash all bedding in a hot water (around 50 C)
weekly.
•	 Keep the indoor humidity below 50%. Air
conditioners are used in Arabic area for that
purpose.
•	 Use exhaust fan in the bathroom and kitchen or
open a window to get rid of humidity.
•	 Keep stuffed toys out of the bedroom or wash
them weekly in hot water.
•	 Don’t use a humidifier or evaporate (swamp
cooler). It raises the humidity level in the home
creating a perfect setting for house dust mites
and mold growth.
Cockroaches
•	 Keep food out of the bedroom.
•	 Keep food and garbage in closed containers.
•	 Discard spoiled food immediately. Empty the
garbage daily.
•	 Use poison baits, boric acid or traps to control
cockroaches, and keep these out of children
reach.
Indoors mold
•	 Use exhaust fan in the bathroom and kitchen or
open a window to get rid of humidity.
•	 Wipe down surfaces following showering. Clean
bathrooms with mold preventing or mold killing
solution.
•	 Use an exhaust fan in the kitchen to remove
steam vapor when cooking.
•	 Throw away spoiled food.
•	 Empty the trash on a daily basis.
•	 Keep indoor humidity low. The ideal humidity level
is 30-40 %
•	 Air conditioning can help decrease humidity.
Animal dander
•	 Remove pets from your home environment.
•	 If a pet is a must, keep it away of the allergic
person’s bedroom at all times. Ensure the child’s
bedroom door closed and put a filter over air
vents in the bed room.
•	 Keep the pet away from upholstered furniture
and carpet as much as possible.
•	 Fish can be good pets.
Pollen or molds
•	 Wear a dust mask when going outside.
•	 Windows and outside doors should remain closed
throughout pollen season, especially during the
daytime.
Diagnosing Allergic Rhinitis
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Corticosteroids:
Intranasal glucocorticoids are generally the most
effective therapy. They reduce swelling inside the
airways and may also decrease mucus production.
Some parents have concerns about using inhaled
corticosteroids as they cause growth suppression in
children. Studies do not support this theory and have
shown no growth inhibition even if they had been
taking for several years (appropriately). They must be
used under physician consultation.
Common inhaled steroids include:
•	 Nasonex ® (mometasone)
•	 Rhinocort® (budesonide)
•	 Flixonase (fluticonasone)
Leukotriene Modifiers
Some inflammatory cells produce chemical signals
called “leukotrienes” which are inflammatory
mediator as histamine. They lead to more tissue
swelling. Leukotriene modifiers are long term control
medications. They decrease congestion, but they are
less effective than inhaled steroids.
Common leukotriene modifiers are:
•	 Singulair® (montelukast)
•	 Accolate® (zafirlukast)
•	 Zyflo® (zileuton/ not indicated for children under
12 years)
The addition of an antihistamine to montelukast does
appear to have added benefits especially with sever
seasonal allergic rhinitis.
Medication:
There are different kinds of medication used to
control the symptoms. Your physician will prescribe
the appropriate one according to the severity and
duration of the attacks.
These Types are:
Anti-histamines:
They act by blocking the histamine receptors, so
histamine would not be able to act in the body. They
are mainly used to relieve sneezing and itching. They
are formed as tablets and nasal sprays. Sprays appear
to have some anti-inflammatory effect as well as can
improve nasal congestion. They have rapid onset of
action (less than 15 mints.) and can be administered
on demand. However, they are not available in our
area yet.
Anti-histamines are classified as:
−	 Oral 1st generation, they make you feel
drowsy; “Sedating Anti-histamines” and could
be used at night. Also, they may cause some
dryness of mouth and eyes. Examples of them,
diphenhydramine and chlorpheniramine
−	 Oral 2nd generation, they have less sedating
effect compared to 1st generation. They are
called “Non-sedating Anti-histamines”, such as
loratadine and cetirizine.
−	 Oral 3rd generation, they are used to avoid
cardiac effect of anti-histamines such as,
Desloratadine and Levocetirizine.
−	 Examples of nasal sprays: Azelastine and
olopatadine.
Decongestants:
They let your blood vessels contract, so inflammation
will decrease. Be aware! You should use them for a
maximum of five days otherwise they will worsen
the nasal block. Moreover, adults with high blood
pressure and pregnant ladies have to use them with
precautions.
Some types are produced as combination with Anti-
histamines to control symptoms more effectively.
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Indications of using medication in relation to
symptoms:
Medication and Immunotherapy for Allergic
Rhinitis. a
Type of Symptoms Recommended
Treatment Options
Episodic symptoms Oral or nasal
antihistamine, with oral
or nasal decongestant
if needed
Mild symptoms,
seasonal or perennial
Intranasal
glucocorticoid, b
oral or nasal
antihistamine,
or leukotriene receptor
antagonist (singular)
Moderate-to-severe
symptoms c
Intranasal
glucocorticoid,
intranasal
glucocorticoid plus
nasal antihistamine d
or immunotherapy e
(The New England Journal of Medicine – 2015)
a.	 Source of the table is Reference number 1 (The
New England Journal of Medicine – 2015)
b.	 Intranasal glucocorticoids are more efficacious
than oral antihistamines or singular, but
the difference may not be as evident if the
symptoms are mild.
c.	 Moderate-to-severe allergic rhinitis is
defined by the presence of one or more of
the following: sleep disturbance, impairment
of usual activities or exercise, impairment of
school or work performance, or troublesome
symptoms.
d.	 This combination is more efficacious than an
intranasal glucocorticoid alone.
e.	 Allergen immunotherapy should be used in
patients who do not have adequate control with
other or who prefer allergen immunotherapy
Mast Cell Stabilizers: (Cromolyn Sodium and
Nedcromil)
They control releasing of inflammatory mediators.
When used regularly, cromolyn or nedocromil help
avoid swelling in the airways. They are used to
prevent the rhinitis symptoms. They are available in
inhaled forms. Because cromolyn and nedocromil are
preventive, they must be taken on a regular basis to
be efficient.
Note: Inhaled corticosteroids, leukotriene modifiers
and mast cell stabilizers are not suitable for quick
relief. They may be slow to show beneficial effects
and may require several weeks before any major
improvement is seen.
Allergy Shots (Immunotherapy)
If actions to avoid exposure and medications are not
effective, allergy shots can be considered.
This immunotherapy consists of a series of injections
with solutions containing the allergens. The purpose
is to decrease the sensitivity, which in turn reduces
symptoms.
Treatment usually begins with shots of a weak
solution given once or twice a weekly. Then,
concentration is gradually rising until reaching the
strongest dosage. After that, they will be given on a
monthly basis.
Injections should be given in the health care center
/ hospital, where trained staff can manage any life
threatening reactions.
Allergy shots have been shown to decrease
symptoms associated with pollens, certain molds,
dust mites and animal dander.
They do not produce a direct outcome. A period
of six months to one year may be necessary prior
the improvement is being seen. A normal path of
treatment with these shots is three to five years.
Although, some people may benefit from a longer
course, not everyone responds well.
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The instructions: (You should apply the irrigation on
both nasal sides).
1.	 Fill the bottle with
lukewarm sterilized,
distilled, or previously
boiled water.
2.	 You may add solute
inside the bottle and
then close it tightly.
3.	 Shake the contents
gently to dissolve the
mixture.
4.	 Bend over the sink and
tilt your head down.
Blow your nose and
breathe from your
mouth.
5.	 Squeeze bottle gently
toward the back of
your head (NOT the top
of the head) until the
solution starts draining
from the opposite nasal
passage.
6.	 Sniff gently to remove
residual solution
without pinching your
nose
7.	 Please, if some solution
reached your throat,
don’t swallow it. Spit
it out.
8.	 Always be sure that
the bottle is clean. We
recommend changing it
regularly.
9.	 Apply this irrigation one
to two times per day.
10.	 Do the irrigation before
using your nasal sprays
medication to get
better effect from
medication
Nasal irrigation (rinse):
Nasal irrigation is rinsing nasal passages with large
amount of saline solution (salt water). Several
studies showed the effectiveness of this approach in
relieving nasal congestion, rhinorrhea as well as sleep
disturbance.
The aim of nasal rinsing is to clear the nasal mucosa
and rids possible allergens and irritants out, thus
reducing the nasal blockage.
Moreover, it has shown that sprays medications are
more effective when patients did the nasal rinsing
before using them.
Different kinds of devices, including syringes, pots,
bottle sprayers and saline solution are available over
the counter.
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When the referral to an immunology/
allergy specialist is recommended?
•	 When the allergen is identified and you need skin
tests to be sure.
•	 If you required many medications to control
rhinitis symptoms.
•	 Repeated use of oral corticosteroids (more than 2
courses in a year).
•	 If the symptoms are severe or remain for a long
time in a way that affect the quality of life and
daily performance.
•	 If Allergic Rhinitis is associated with other
conditions such as asthma, rhinosinusitis, … etc.
How to use nasal sprays:
The correct technique to use nasal spray
Photo provided by permission of: www.myhayfever.com.au
1.	 Blow your nose.
2.	 Shake the bottle.
3.	 Tilt your head slightly forward
4.	 Using your right hand spray the medicine into
your left nostril, aiming for the outer wall of the
nostril.
5.	 Repeat the same for your right nostril using your
left hand.
6.	 Spray as many times as prescribed.
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	 Common or severe adverse effects are as 		
	 follows:
•	 For oral antihistamines: sedation and dry
mouth (predominantly with 1st generation)
•	 For nasal antihistamines: bitter taste,
sedation, and nasal irritation.
•	 For oral decongestants: rapid or irregular
heartbeats, trouble sleeping, jitteriness or
irritability and dry mouth.
•	 For nasal decongestants: rebound nasal
congestion (if used for long time) and the
potential for severe central nervous system
and cardiac side effects in small children.
•	 For leukotriene-receptor antagonists: bad
dreams and irritability.
•	 For nasal glucocorticoids: nasal irritation,
nosebleeds, and sore throat.
5.	 Are the "steroids" in nasal sprays safe?
Using steroids as recommended by physician
is generally safe. There have been concerns
about steroid medication (oral or sprays) may
cause decrease formation of normal steroid in
the body (cortisol) when given for a long time
(more than 2 weeks). However, this could be
managed if steroid is stopped by decreasing
doses gradually.
Also, some parents have concerns about using
corticosteroid sprays as they cause growth
suppression in children. Studies do not support
this theory and have shown no growth inhibition
even if they had been taking for several years
6.	 What is the difference between the nasal
medications and oral medications?
Nasal medications (nose sprays) act locally in the
nose, so they are used mainly to relieve nasal
symptoms such as nasal congestion, runny nose,
and swelling. Their side effects are also local. For
instance, nasal bleeding or rebound congestion.
But oral medications are taken through the
mouth, ingested, and absorbed to the blood to
act systemically throughout the body and they
lessen all allergic manifestations including eye
1.	 What is a common medication mistake that
people make?
The most common mistake is that patients
usually use their medicines only when
they experience symptoms. It is better to
take them regularly according to doctor’s
recommendations. This ensures that you get
optimal relief from your medication.
2.	 How long should I stay on my allergy
treatment?
If you have perennial allergic rhinitis (the
symptoms present the whole year), you should
take treatment throughout the year, but if you
suffer from seasonal allergic rhinitis, you have
to start treatment before the expected allergy
season (if you can predict when you normally
getting symptoms) and continue treatment until
the end of the season to maximize the benefits
of the medication.
Furthermore, you should avoid your allergy
triggers whenever possible to avoid allergy
symptoms.
3.	 How can I differentiate between common
cold and allergic rhinitis?
Common cold and allergic rhinitis share the
same symptoms. However, common cold
usually presented with general aches and fever
while sneezing, runny nose and itchy eyes are
the prominent symptoms of allergic rhinitis.
Treatments of both conditions are completely
different.
4.	 What are side effects of allergy
medications?
It is important to note that side effects depend
on individual variations as not everyone will
experience all the potential side effects of a
particular medication.
Frequent asked questions (FAQs)
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Patient Education Checklist
£	
I have received allergic rhinitis education.
£	
I have a clear explanation of Allergic Rhinitis 		
	 diagnosis.
£	
I know how to avoid triggers.
£	
I have reviewed the medicines and know how 		
	 and when they are taken.
£	
I understand how to use nasal sprays.
£	
I know when to seek advice from an allergy/ 		
	 immunology specialist
£	
I understand what to do if I had episodic 		
	 symptoms of Allergic rhinitis
£	
I understand what to do if I had mild symptoms.
£	
I understand what to do if I had moderate to 		
	 severe symptoms.
symptoms. For that reason, their side effects
are usually systemic such as headache and
constipation.
7.	 How quickly can I expect to get relief from
my allergy treatment?
Each medication is different. Inhaled
corticosteroids and leukotriene modifiers may
be slow to show beneficial effects and require
several weeks before any major improvement is
seen, usually it takes 1 to 2 weeks after starting
medication. However, some medications, such
as oral antihistamines, start to work within a
few hours, some within 20 minutes.
8.	 I have asthma and I am using corticosteroid
inhalers to control my symptoms. Can I
also take allergy medications containing
corticosteroids?
Yes you can use inhaled corticosteroid for
asthma and sprays for allergic rhinitis, but
consult your doctor, he may suggest another
option to treat the allergic rhinitis or reduce
medication to the lowest effective dose. Thus,
you won’t take too much corticosteroid.
9.	 What are types of allergy tests?
Allergy tests may help find the allergen that
causes allergy. They are usually skin or blood
tests. However, allergy tests alone are generally
not enough. It is important to have a doctor’s
exam and medical history first to help diagnose
allergies. If the exam and medical history point
to allergies, allergy tests may be helping.
Types of Allergy tests are:
•	 IgE Skin Tests: This type of testing is the most
common.
•	 Skin injection test (Intradermal tests)
•	 Blood Tests (Specific IgE in the blood)
(For further information regarding skin testing please
review “Allergy and Related Testing” booklet. It
clarifies each test in details).
Epilogue
We would like to thank you for giving us the
opportunity to serve you.
We hope, through this booklet we have
accomplished the goal of increasing your
awareness about Allergic Rhinitis.
In our endeavor to improve our services, we
would really appreciate to hear your feedback
and opinion.
We look forward to your continuous support and
cooperation in achieving our goal which is helping
you live a healthy life.
For any questions or suggestions, please contact
us on email:
madeli@hamad.qa or AIAP@hamad.qa
Dr. Mehdi Adeli, MD, FAAAAI, FAP
Senior Consultant, Allergy and Immunology
Assistant Professor, Weill Cornell Medicine-Qatar
AllergyandImmunologyAwarenessProgram(AIAP)
PediatricsDepartment,HamadMedicalCorporation
Doha, Qatar
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  • 1. See discussions, stats, and author profiles for this publication at: https://www.researchgate.net/publication/296330729 Allergic Rhinitis Guide Book · February 2016 DOI: 10.13140/RG.2.1.2163.8809 CITATIONS 0 READS 202 1 author: Some of the authors of this publication are also working on these related projects: Qatar National Primary Immunodeficiency Disorders Registry (QNPIDR) View project ‫ﺧﻮدرو‬ ‫آﯾﺮودﯾﻨﺎﻣﯿﮏ‬ View project Mehdi Adeli Sidra Medicine 105 PUBLICATIONS   553 CITATIONS    SEE PROFILE All content following this page was uploaded by Mehdi Adeli on 29 February 2016. The user has requested enhancement of the downloaded file.
  • 2. Allergy and Immunology Awareness Program (AIAP) Allergic Rhinitis Guide Prepared by: Dr. Mehdi Adeli, MD, FAAAAI, FAP Senior Consultant, Allergy and Immunology Assistant Professor Weill Cornell Medicine-Qatar Allergy and Immunology Awareness Program (AIAP) Pediatrics Department, Hamad Medical Corporation Doha, Qatar
  • 3.
  • 4. 1 Allergy and Immunology Awareness Program (AIAP) Allergic Rhinitis Guide Prepared by: Dr. Mehdi Adeli, MD, FAAAAI, FAP Senior Consultant, Allergy and Immunology Assistant Professor Weill Cornell Medicine-Qatar Allergy and Immunology Awareness Program (AIAP) Pediatrics Department, Hamad Medical Corporation Doha, Qatar
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  • 6. Dr. Mehdi Adeli, MD, FAAAAI, FAP Senior Consultant, Allergy and Immunology Assistant Professor, Weill Cornell Medicine-Qatar Allergy and Immunology Awareness Program (AIAP) Pediatrics Department, Hamad Medical Corporation Doha, Qatar This booklet was created by the Allergy and Immunology Awareness Program at Hamad Medical Corporation. Allergic Rhinitis is a condition that affects many, young and old alike. The discomfort associated with the symptoms of allergic rhinitis can be troublesome to many and is behind a significant number of sick days taken by students and employees. This can result in a drop in productivity and cause an economic burden on the state. The increased number of missed school days can accumulate into an educational deficit for children suffering from allergic rhinitis. This booklet and this program as a whole, was created to show patients and their families that these conditions are manageable. We hope to lighten the burden on all those affected through education and empowerment. We wish you the best of health. Your feedback is highly valued. Please reach out to us at: madeli@hamad.qa or AIAP@hamad.qa Thank you and we wish you a healthy life. Introduction
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  • 8. Contents The nose 6 Allergic rhinitis 7 How common is allergic rhinitis 7 What are allergens? 8 How does allergic rhinitis happen? 9 Conditions can be associated or complicated with Allergic Rhinitis 9 Conditions that can be easily mistaken with Allergic Rhinitis: “Non-Allergic Rhinitis” 10 Diagnosing allergic rhinitis 11 Management of allergic rhinitis 11 • Prevention • Medication  Antihistamines  Decongestants  Corticosteroids  Leukotriene Modifiers  Mast cell stabilizers  Allergy Shot (Immunotherapy) • Indications of using medication in relation to symptoms • Nasal irrigation (rinse) • How to use nasal sprays When the referral to an immunology/allergy specialist is recommended? 15 Frequent asked questions (FAQs) 16 Patient Education Checklist 17 Epilogue 17 References 18
  • 9. 6 The nose is an organ of upper respiratory tract and has several Functions. First, it is the organ of smelling sensation as it has tiny neuron cells that can detect different kinds of smells. Also, it has a protective function; it produces mucus to prevent harmful things such as dust and bacteria from entering our bodies. Furthermore, the nose warms and filters the air we breathe before it reaches to the lungs. The nasal passages are connected to the facial sinuses, which are cavities in the skull bones lined with mucus membrane located behind and beside the nose, cheeks, and eye sockets. They decrease weight of the skull and regulate voice resonance. In addition, they secrete mucus to lubricate the nasal passage and to trap germs and toxins. In the throat, there is the pharynx which is muscular tube located behind the nose and mouth. It is responsible of swallowing. Also, it connects the nasal and oral cavity to the larynx, trachea (windpipe) and to the esophagus respectively. Each Ear has three parts; outer, middle and inner. The nasopharynx and nose is connected to the ear through Eustachian (Auditory) tube which lies in the middle ear. This tube is smaller, softer and horizontal in babies compared to adults as their tubes are longer and vertical. For this reason, children are more vulnerable to infections and inflammation in their ears. In conclusion, Ears, nose, throat and sinuses are all linked together. For that reason, diseases affect the nose can also have an impact on the surrounding structures. The Nose Eustachian tube Nasal septum Frontal sinus Ethmoid sinus Maxillary sinus Turbinate
  • 10. 7 It is chronic inflammation of nasal passage that happens after being exposed to an allergen(s) and it causes many annoying symptoms. Children usually are unaware of the symptoms and parents often do not consider it as allergic rhinitis. Thus, child may suffer without receiving adequate therapy. The symptoms could be mild; do not interfere with patient’s daily activities, moderate or severe; in a way that affect the quality of the life. The symptoms are: • A runny nose with stuffiness • Excessive tearing or itchy eyes • Sneezing • Itchy nose, or throat • Feeling pressure behind the nose or on either side of it (where the sinuses are) • Swollen and dark skin under the eyes (called "allergic shiners") Allergic Rhinitis occurs according to allergen exposure. Sometimes the symptoms can come and go with seasons “Seasonal Allergic Rhinitis” and sometimes they can last for the whole year “Perennial Allergic Rhinitis”. How common is Allergic Rhinitis? Around 1-15% of 6-7 year olds around the world have signs of allergic rhinitis. Around 2-40% of 13- 14 year olds also have these signs. Allergic rhinitis is found in about 16% of adults. Adults are probably more likely to have the persistent kind. Anyone can get Allergic Rhinitis at any age. Usually people get it in childhood or early adulthood. It can get better or worse from year to year but usually ends up getting better slowly, and over many years. Allergic Rhinitis
  • 11. 8 They are regular things around us (airborne substances) that do not cause allergic symptoms normally. However, if people are susceptible to allergy, their bodies will overreact when they get exposed to the allergen. They are classified to indoor and outdoor allergens. Indoor Allergens: We usually find them inside the house. They include: Dust mites: Dust mites are insects, not able to be seen with the naked eye, that survive in bedding, carpets, stuffed furniture, old clothing and stuffed toys. They survive primarily on human dander. Dust mites are common in humid climates. Mold spores: Is part of a fungus. They can be found in a lot of homes. Mold chooses to grow in humid places like bathrooms or kitchens. Cockroach’s particles: Cockroaches can live in small cracks in houses without ever being seen. You are more likely to find them in the kitchen where food is exposed. Animal dander and Feathers: means the bits of dead skin or hairs that naturally fall off any animal. What are Allergens?
  • 12. 9 Outdoors Allergens: They present in the outside. The commonest one is Pollen from trees, shrubs, grasses and weeds. Pollen may travel many miles. Therefore trees, grasses and weeds in your general area can cause allergy symptoms. How does Allergic Rhinitis happen? A person is more likely to get allergic rhinitis if his parent has it too. This is also true if the parents or any family member have other allergies like skin allergies, asthma or even food allergies. These diseases tend to run in families. Everybody’s defense system is in charge of checking the things that come into contact with it. It labels normal things as safe and harmful things (like viruses), as unsafe. Then, the immune system will make antibodies (IgE as an example) as well as chemical substances - act as inflammatory mediators- such as “Histamine” to attack the harmful things specifically. Sometimes, the defense system will make a mistake by attack a safe substance like tree pollen through those antibodies and mediators. This is what gives a person allergic rhinitis and other allergic reactions. Conditions or complications associated with Allergic Rhinitis: Many complications and diseases could be associated with allergic rhinitis. The paragraph below mentions some of them. • Complications affect the daily performance and quality of life such as sleep disturbance, daytime tiredness, headaches, poor concentration • Bronchial asthma: is a chronic respiratory illness, affecting the airways, making the breathing difficult. It occurs mainly due to inflammation and swelling of the airways plus secretion of mucus which cause obstruction and promote further breathing difficulty. The presence of allergic rhinitis (seasonal or perennial) significantly increases the probability of asthma as up to 40% of people with allergic rhinitis have or will have asthma. • Otitis Media: Inflammation of the middle ear usually due to dysfunction of Eustachian (Auditory) tube. It commonly happens as a result of viral or bacterial infection. As mentioned before, children have higher tendency to develop otitis media because their auditory tubes are small, soft and horizontal. This make the infection spread easily from the adjacent structures like nose or throat. Excessive Tearing
  • 13. 10 • Anatomic Rhinitis: Any anatomic abnormality of the nose can affect its functions and cause inflammation as well. For example, nasal septal deviation. • Atrophic Rhinitis: (shrunken nasal tissue) due to thinning of nasal mucosa which is caused by different reasons like prolonged infection and aging. The patient will notice crusts in his nose, widening of nasal cavity as well as loss of smelling. • Drug induced Rhinitis: There are many medications cause congestion of the nose. For instance, topical decongestant (if you used them for a long time), Oral contraceptives and some Anti-hypertensive medication. • Rhino-sinusitis: Inflammation of the sinuses. Same as ears, the sinuses are also connected with the nose, so they could be affected with nose diseases. • Nasal polyps: they are benign, fleshy swelling grows from the mucous membrane of the sinuses or nose. They cause a profound feeling of nasal blockage. • Allergic conjunctivitis: inflammation of the conjunctiva that occurs because of allergy. • Atopic Dermatitis: Allergy causes skin rash. Conditions that can be easily mistaken with Allergic Rhinitis: “Non-Allergic Rhinitis” Many conditions can lead to rhinitis symptoms. Some people may think of them as results of allergy although they are not. • Infectious Rhinitis: (cold and flu) usually caused by viruses and can be complicated with bacterial infection. Its treatment is completely different despite sharing most of the symptoms with allergic rhinitis. • Hormonal Rhinitis: This is associated with hormonal status changes such as pregnancy, puberty and menses. • Non-Allergic Rhinitis with Eosinophilia Syndrome (NARES): This is a syndrome characterized by: Asthma, nasal polyps and Aspirin insensitivity. • Vasomotor or idiopathic Rhinitis: This is believed to result from disturbed regulation of the autonomic nervous system (which controls the body functions without our consciousness such as breathing and heart beating). This disturbance causes the blood vessels that supply the nose to expand resulting in congestion and draining of mucus. The exact reason of idiopathic rhinitis is unknown! However, it is triggered by nonspecific factors such as chemical irritants, environmental changes, humidity and strong smells.
  • 14. 11 It is very difficult to diagnose allergic rhinitis in the first 2 or 3 years of life. The prevalence of allergic rhinitis peaks in the second to fourth decades of life and then gradually diminishes. Initially, your doctor will ask questions to find out when and where you get the symptoms (e.g., during a particular season, after exposure to a dog or cat, etc.). Are the symptoms associated with other infections or skin rash? Also, he will check if you had been taking specific medication which may cause these symptoms. Does anyone in the family have allergy? Next, the doctor will examine the nose as well as ears, throat, eyes, lungs and skin. After that, he might ask for blood or skin tests specific for allergy to confirm the diagnosis. And he may request radiographic imaging if rhino-sinusitis is suspected. Allergy tests should be done by an allergy/ immunology specialist. Management IF the allergy toward a specific allergen is confirmed, the best management is to avoid it. Prevention: Dust mites • Surround the mattress and box springs in a zippered dust-proof enhancing. Dust-proof enhancing has a layer of material that keeps the dust mites inside and won’t allow it to get out. • Wash all bedding in a hot water (around 50 C) weekly. • Keep the indoor humidity below 50%. Air conditioners are used in Arabic area for that purpose. • Use exhaust fan in the bathroom and kitchen or open a window to get rid of humidity. • Keep stuffed toys out of the bedroom or wash them weekly in hot water. • Don’t use a humidifier or evaporate (swamp cooler). It raises the humidity level in the home creating a perfect setting for house dust mites and mold growth. Cockroaches • Keep food out of the bedroom. • Keep food and garbage in closed containers. • Discard spoiled food immediately. Empty the garbage daily. • Use poison baits, boric acid or traps to control cockroaches, and keep these out of children reach. Indoors mold • Use exhaust fan in the bathroom and kitchen or open a window to get rid of humidity. • Wipe down surfaces following showering. Clean bathrooms with mold preventing or mold killing solution. • Use an exhaust fan in the kitchen to remove steam vapor when cooking. • Throw away spoiled food. • Empty the trash on a daily basis. • Keep indoor humidity low. The ideal humidity level is 30-40 % • Air conditioning can help decrease humidity. Animal dander • Remove pets from your home environment. • If a pet is a must, keep it away of the allergic person’s bedroom at all times. Ensure the child’s bedroom door closed and put a filter over air vents in the bed room. • Keep the pet away from upholstered furniture and carpet as much as possible. • Fish can be good pets. Pollen or molds • Wear a dust mask when going outside. • Windows and outside doors should remain closed throughout pollen season, especially during the daytime. Diagnosing Allergic Rhinitis
  • 15. 12 Corticosteroids: Intranasal glucocorticoids are generally the most effective therapy. They reduce swelling inside the airways and may also decrease mucus production. Some parents have concerns about using inhaled corticosteroids as they cause growth suppression in children. Studies do not support this theory and have shown no growth inhibition even if they had been taking for several years (appropriately). They must be used under physician consultation. Common inhaled steroids include: • Nasonex ® (mometasone) • Rhinocort® (budesonide) • Flixonase (fluticonasone) Leukotriene Modifiers Some inflammatory cells produce chemical signals called “leukotrienes” which are inflammatory mediator as histamine. They lead to more tissue swelling. Leukotriene modifiers are long term control medications. They decrease congestion, but they are less effective than inhaled steroids. Common leukotriene modifiers are: • Singulair® (montelukast) • Accolate® (zafirlukast) • Zyflo® (zileuton/ not indicated for children under 12 years) The addition of an antihistamine to montelukast does appear to have added benefits especially with sever seasonal allergic rhinitis. Medication: There are different kinds of medication used to control the symptoms. Your physician will prescribe the appropriate one according to the severity and duration of the attacks. These Types are: Anti-histamines: They act by blocking the histamine receptors, so histamine would not be able to act in the body. They are mainly used to relieve sneezing and itching. They are formed as tablets and nasal sprays. Sprays appear to have some anti-inflammatory effect as well as can improve nasal congestion. They have rapid onset of action (less than 15 mints.) and can be administered on demand. However, they are not available in our area yet. Anti-histamines are classified as: − Oral 1st generation, they make you feel drowsy; “Sedating Anti-histamines” and could be used at night. Also, they may cause some dryness of mouth and eyes. Examples of them, diphenhydramine and chlorpheniramine − Oral 2nd generation, they have less sedating effect compared to 1st generation. They are called “Non-sedating Anti-histamines”, such as loratadine and cetirizine. − Oral 3rd generation, they are used to avoid cardiac effect of anti-histamines such as, Desloratadine and Levocetirizine. − Examples of nasal sprays: Azelastine and olopatadine. Decongestants: They let your blood vessels contract, so inflammation will decrease. Be aware! You should use them for a maximum of five days otherwise they will worsen the nasal block. Moreover, adults with high blood pressure and pregnant ladies have to use them with precautions. Some types are produced as combination with Anti- histamines to control symptoms more effectively.
  • 16. 13 Indications of using medication in relation to symptoms: Medication and Immunotherapy for Allergic Rhinitis. a Type of Symptoms Recommended Treatment Options Episodic symptoms Oral or nasal antihistamine, with oral or nasal decongestant if needed Mild symptoms, seasonal or perennial Intranasal glucocorticoid, b oral or nasal antihistamine, or leukotriene receptor antagonist (singular) Moderate-to-severe symptoms c Intranasal glucocorticoid, intranasal glucocorticoid plus nasal antihistamine d or immunotherapy e (The New England Journal of Medicine – 2015) a. Source of the table is Reference number 1 (The New England Journal of Medicine – 2015) b. Intranasal glucocorticoids are more efficacious than oral antihistamines or singular, but the difference may not be as evident if the symptoms are mild. c. Moderate-to-severe allergic rhinitis is defined by the presence of one or more of the following: sleep disturbance, impairment of usual activities or exercise, impairment of school or work performance, or troublesome symptoms. d. This combination is more efficacious than an intranasal glucocorticoid alone. e. Allergen immunotherapy should be used in patients who do not have adequate control with other or who prefer allergen immunotherapy Mast Cell Stabilizers: (Cromolyn Sodium and Nedcromil) They control releasing of inflammatory mediators. When used regularly, cromolyn or nedocromil help avoid swelling in the airways. They are used to prevent the rhinitis symptoms. They are available in inhaled forms. Because cromolyn and nedocromil are preventive, they must be taken on a regular basis to be efficient. Note: Inhaled corticosteroids, leukotriene modifiers and mast cell stabilizers are not suitable for quick relief. They may be slow to show beneficial effects and may require several weeks before any major improvement is seen. Allergy Shots (Immunotherapy) If actions to avoid exposure and medications are not effective, allergy shots can be considered. This immunotherapy consists of a series of injections with solutions containing the allergens. The purpose is to decrease the sensitivity, which in turn reduces symptoms. Treatment usually begins with shots of a weak solution given once or twice a weekly. Then, concentration is gradually rising until reaching the strongest dosage. After that, they will be given on a monthly basis. Injections should be given in the health care center / hospital, where trained staff can manage any life threatening reactions. Allergy shots have been shown to decrease symptoms associated with pollens, certain molds, dust mites and animal dander. They do not produce a direct outcome. A period of six months to one year may be necessary prior the improvement is being seen. A normal path of treatment with these shots is three to five years. Although, some people may benefit from a longer course, not everyone responds well.
  • 17. 14 The instructions: (You should apply the irrigation on both nasal sides). 1. Fill the bottle with lukewarm sterilized, distilled, or previously boiled water. 2. You may add solute inside the bottle and then close it tightly. 3. Shake the contents gently to dissolve the mixture. 4. Bend over the sink and tilt your head down. Blow your nose and breathe from your mouth. 5. Squeeze bottle gently toward the back of your head (NOT the top of the head) until the solution starts draining from the opposite nasal passage. 6. Sniff gently to remove residual solution without pinching your nose 7. Please, if some solution reached your throat, don’t swallow it. Spit it out. 8. Always be sure that the bottle is clean. We recommend changing it regularly. 9. Apply this irrigation one to two times per day. 10. Do the irrigation before using your nasal sprays medication to get better effect from medication Nasal irrigation (rinse): Nasal irrigation is rinsing nasal passages with large amount of saline solution (salt water). Several studies showed the effectiveness of this approach in relieving nasal congestion, rhinorrhea as well as sleep disturbance. The aim of nasal rinsing is to clear the nasal mucosa and rids possible allergens and irritants out, thus reducing the nasal blockage. Moreover, it has shown that sprays medications are more effective when patients did the nasal rinsing before using them. Different kinds of devices, including syringes, pots, bottle sprayers and saline solution are available over the counter.
  • 18. 15 When the referral to an immunology/ allergy specialist is recommended? • When the allergen is identified and you need skin tests to be sure. • If you required many medications to control rhinitis symptoms. • Repeated use of oral corticosteroids (more than 2 courses in a year). • If the symptoms are severe or remain for a long time in a way that affect the quality of life and daily performance. • If Allergic Rhinitis is associated with other conditions such as asthma, rhinosinusitis, … etc. How to use nasal sprays: The correct technique to use nasal spray Photo provided by permission of: www.myhayfever.com.au 1. Blow your nose. 2. Shake the bottle. 3. Tilt your head slightly forward 4. Using your right hand spray the medicine into your left nostril, aiming for the outer wall of the nostril. 5. Repeat the same for your right nostril using your left hand. 6. Spray as many times as prescribed.
  • 19. 16 Common or severe adverse effects are as follows: • For oral antihistamines: sedation and dry mouth (predominantly with 1st generation) • For nasal antihistamines: bitter taste, sedation, and nasal irritation. • For oral decongestants: rapid or irregular heartbeats, trouble sleeping, jitteriness or irritability and dry mouth. • For nasal decongestants: rebound nasal congestion (if used for long time) and the potential for severe central nervous system and cardiac side effects in small children. • For leukotriene-receptor antagonists: bad dreams and irritability. • For nasal glucocorticoids: nasal irritation, nosebleeds, and sore throat. 5. Are the "steroids" in nasal sprays safe? Using steroids as recommended by physician is generally safe. There have been concerns about steroid medication (oral or sprays) may cause decrease formation of normal steroid in the body (cortisol) when given for a long time (more than 2 weeks). However, this could be managed if steroid is stopped by decreasing doses gradually. Also, some parents have concerns about using corticosteroid sprays as they cause growth suppression in children. Studies do not support this theory and have shown no growth inhibition even if they had been taking for several years 6. What is the difference between the nasal medications and oral medications? Nasal medications (nose sprays) act locally in the nose, so they are used mainly to relieve nasal symptoms such as nasal congestion, runny nose, and swelling. Their side effects are also local. For instance, nasal bleeding or rebound congestion. But oral medications are taken through the mouth, ingested, and absorbed to the blood to act systemically throughout the body and they lessen all allergic manifestations including eye 1. What is a common medication mistake that people make? The most common mistake is that patients usually use their medicines only when they experience symptoms. It is better to take them regularly according to doctor’s recommendations. This ensures that you get optimal relief from your medication. 2. How long should I stay on my allergy treatment? If you have perennial allergic rhinitis (the symptoms present the whole year), you should take treatment throughout the year, but if you suffer from seasonal allergic rhinitis, you have to start treatment before the expected allergy season (if you can predict when you normally getting symptoms) and continue treatment until the end of the season to maximize the benefits of the medication. Furthermore, you should avoid your allergy triggers whenever possible to avoid allergy symptoms. 3. How can I differentiate between common cold and allergic rhinitis? Common cold and allergic rhinitis share the same symptoms. However, common cold usually presented with general aches and fever while sneezing, runny nose and itchy eyes are the prominent symptoms of allergic rhinitis. Treatments of both conditions are completely different. 4. What are side effects of allergy medications? It is important to note that side effects depend on individual variations as not everyone will experience all the potential side effects of a particular medication. Frequent asked questions (FAQs)
  • 20. 17 Patient Education Checklist £ I have received allergic rhinitis education. £ I have a clear explanation of Allergic Rhinitis diagnosis. £ I know how to avoid triggers. £ I have reviewed the medicines and know how and when they are taken. £ I understand how to use nasal sprays. £ I know when to seek advice from an allergy/ immunology specialist £ I understand what to do if I had episodic symptoms of Allergic rhinitis £ I understand what to do if I had mild symptoms. £ I understand what to do if I had moderate to severe symptoms. symptoms. For that reason, their side effects are usually systemic such as headache and constipation. 7. How quickly can I expect to get relief from my allergy treatment? Each medication is different. Inhaled corticosteroids and leukotriene modifiers may be slow to show beneficial effects and require several weeks before any major improvement is seen, usually it takes 1 to 2 weeks after starting medication. However, some medications, such as oral antihistamines, start to work within a few hours, some within 20 minutes. 8. I have asthma and I am using corticosteroid inhalers to control my symptoms. Can I also take allergy medications containing corticosteroids? Yes you can use inhaled corticosteroid for asthma and sprays for allergic rhinitis, but consult your doctor, he may suggest another option to treat the allergic rhinitis or reduce medication to the lowest effective dose. Thus, you won’t take too much corticosteroid. 9. What are types of allergy tests? Allergy tests may help find the allergen that causes allergy. They are usually skin or blood tests. However, allergy tests alone are generally not enough. It is important to have a doctor’s exam and medical history first to help diagnose allergies. If the exam and medical history point to allergies, allergy tests may be helping. Types of Allergy tests are: • IgE Skin Tests: This type of testing is the most common. • Skin injection test (Intradermal tests) • Blood Tests (Specific IgE in the blood) (For further information regarding skin testing please review “Allergy and Related Testing” booklet. It clarifies each test in details). Epilogue We would like to thank you for giving us the opportunity to serve you. We hope, through this booklet we have accomplished the goal of increasing your awareness about Allergic Rhinitis. In our endeavor to improve our services, we would really appreciate to hear your feedback and opinion. We look forward to your continuous support and cooperation in achieving our goal which is helping you live a healthy life. For any questions or suggestions, please contact us on email: madeli@hamad.qa or AIAP@hamad.qa Dr. Mehdi Adeli, MD, FAAAAI, FAP Senior Consultant, Allergy and Immunology Assistant Professor, Weill Cornell Medicine-Qatar AllergyandImmunologyAwarenessProgram(AIAP) PediatricsDepartment,HamadMedicalCorporation Doha, Qatar
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