Management of the Child With Nasal Allergy

Abstract

A correct anatomic and etiologic diagnosis should be made before therapy is begun in children with allergic rhinitis. A proper investigation includes a carefully taken history and well-chosen skin tests.

Management is planned according to the individual case. Symptomatic treatment often is necessary until environmental control has been established. Hyposensitization should be reserved until found necessary. Only when other measures are not successful should antihistamines be used on a long-term basis.

Both the patient and his parents should be educated in the underlying principles of management.