Management of respiratory allergy By Nonallergists

Abstract

Allergic rhinitis and bronchial asthma are the most common respiratory allergies. An attempt to determine the allergenic factor is essential, but should not delay symptomatic treatment. When antihistamines and decongestants fail to control symptoms of allergie rhinitis and adequate avoidance of allergens is impractical, immunotherapy should be given. If rhinitis persists or takes on a perennial pattern in spite of continuous medication, corticosteroids may be indicated.