| Abstrakt: |
A new study conducted by researchers at the University of the Witwatersrand focuses on allergic rhinitis, a condition that has a significant impact on quality of life and is often overlooked. The study emphasizes the importance of appropriate diagnosis, treatment, and review of interventions to mitigate the effects of allergic rhinitis. The researchers provide up-to-date recommendations on the epidemiology, pathology, diagnosis, and management of allergic rhinitis in the South African context. The study highlights the complex nature of the disease and emphasizes the role of education, allergen evaluation, pharmacological treatment, and allergen immunotherapy in managing allergic rhinitis. The researchers also stress the need for practitioners to have a thorough understanding of associated morbidities and the importance of specialist referral. The study serves as a valuable resource for both family practitioners and specialists in the field. [Extracted from the article] |
