Allergic rhinitis in South Africa: 2012 guidelines

Green, R J; Hockman, M; Friedman, Raymond; Vardas, E; Cole, P; Halkas, Andrew; Feldman, Charles

doi:10.7196/samj.5810

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“…[1,2] Asthma and allergic rhinitis are closely linked, and physicians are well aware of this link in the form of the 'united airway' theory. [3] It has been well described that co-management of these two conditions will reduce disease severity and improve quality of life. [3] Aeroallergens have been implicated in the pathophysiology of both these disease processes.…”

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Prevalence of Blomia tropicalis allergy in two regions of South Africa

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“…[3] It has been well described that co-management of these two conditions will reduce disease severity and improve quality of life. [3] Aeroallergens have been implicated in the pathophysiology of both these disease processes. [4] Those implicated include housedust mite (HDM), grass, mould and cockroach, among others.…”

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Prevalence of Blomia tropicalis allergy in two regions of South Africa

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“…3,8,9 Immunotherapy or desensitisation is usually A guide to performing skin-prick testing in practice: tips and tricks of the trade S Afr Fam Pract 2013 considered in patients with grass pollen, house dust mite, or very occasionally, pet sensitivity, or in those who don't respond to conventional therapies. 3,6,[8][9][10] Skin-prick testing has the following advantages:…”

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A guide to performing skin-prick testing in practice: tips and tricks of the trade

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Atopy can manifest in childhood as infantile eczema (atopic dermatitis), allergic rhinitis and asthma. In practice, it is critical to identify the offending allergen in atopic individuals. This will not only influence therapeutic interventions, but may also have a significant impact on the individual's quality of life. The most common clinical test for allergy detection is the introduction of an allergen directly into the skin in the form of a skin-prick test. Skin-prick testing is recommended in the diagnostic workup for allergies because it is reliable, safe, convenient, inexpensive, minimally invasive, and has the advantage of multiple allergen testing in one, 15-to 20-minute, test. Skin-prick testing can be performed from birth onwards. Although there is a small risk of developing anaphylaxis, the test remains safe to perform in a consultation room or at the patient's bedside. Worldwide, a skin-prick test remains the test of choice for allergy because of its convenience and cost-effectiveness. A globally accepted guideline for skin-prick testing is still lacking and would be beneficial to both patient and physician.Peer reviewed.

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“…Previous SAARWG guidelines have discussed the therapeutic modalities for AR in depth. [18,19] Topical use of corticosteroids remains the drug of choice, although antihistamines appear to be more acceptable for the treatment of young children and are effective. Allergen immunotherapy is an important therapeutic option.…”

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“…[1,18,19] The previous revision of the ARIA guideline has suggested 10 areas that require global applicability of ARIA and have unmet needs. [23] Recent South African guidelines have addressed some of these issues.…”

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