This comprehensive practice parameter for allergic rhinitis (AR) and nonallergic rhinitis
(NAR) provides updated guidance on diagnosis, assessment, selection of monotherapy and …

In this review, anatomy and physiology of the respiratory mucosa of nose and paranasal
sinuses are summarized under the aspect of its clinical significance. Basics of endonasal …

Rhinitis is an umbrella term that encompasses many different subtypes, several of which still
elude complete characterization. The concept of phenoty**, being the definition of disease …

Rhinosinusitis is one of the most commonly diagnosed diseases in the United States.
Analysis of the Centers for Disease Control and Preventionesponsored 2010 US National …

In Asian countries where the Buddhism and Taoism are mainstream religions, incense
burning is a daily practice. A typical composition of stick incense consists of 21%(by weight) …

Advances in understanding the pathogenic mechanisms of both rhinitis and chronic
rhinosinusitis have resulted in new treatment options, especially for chronic rhinosinusitis. A …

Importance Allergic rhinitis affects an estimated 15% of the US population (approximately 50
million individuals) and is associated with the presence of asthma, eczema, chronic or …

Nonallergic rhinitis (NAR) can be defined as a chronic nasal inflammation which is not
caused by systemic IgE‐dependent mechanisms. It is common and probably affects far more …

Allergic rhinitis (AR) is a prevalent chronic respiratory problem in the United States
associated with significant comorbidities and health care costs. Recent surveys suggest that …

The traditional healthcare model is focused on diseases (medicine and natural science) and
does not acknowledge patients' resources and abilities to be experts in their own lives …