scholarly journals Allergic rhinitis, part of the allergic respiratory syndrome

2020 ◽  
Vol 73 (9-10) ◽  
pp. 301-308
Author(s):  
Aleksandra Aleksic ◽  
Mirjana Gnjatic ◽  
Mirjana Stupar-Hofman ◽  
Vesna Tomic-Spiric
Keyword(s):  
Allergic Rhinitis ◽  
Chronic Rhinosinusitis ◽  
Immunoglobulin E ◽  
Otitis Media With Effusion ◽  
Systemic Disease ◽  
Positive Family History ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Statistical Analysis System ◽  
Analysis System

Introduction. Diseases associated with immunoglobulin E hypersensitivity, such as allergic rhinitis, may have different clinical expressions. Patients with allergic rhinitis often have associated diseases, comorbidities, which supports the concept of allergy as a systemic disease. The aim of this study was to evaluate the incidence and types of comorbidities in allergic rhinitis. We also evaluated the possible effects of certain clinical and demographic parameters on the onset of comorbidities. Material and Methods. This retrospective, observational, and cross-sectional study included patients with a clinical diagnosis of allergic rhinitis treated at the Department of Ear, Nose and Throat in the period from October 2011 to April 2013. The collected data were analyzed using the Statistical Analysis System (Institute Inc. NC, USA) program, version 9.1.3. Results. The study included 319 patients with allergic rhinitis. Allergic rhinitis was intermittent in 30.7% of cases, persistent in 37.9%, and persistent with seasonal exacerbation in 31.3% of patients. We found that 86.8% of patients had some form of comorbidity. The most common were conjunctivitis (50.2%), almost equal percentage of asthma (29.8%) and chronic rhinosinusitis (28.8%), followed by otitis media with effusion (8.8%), atopic dermatitis (5.2%), urticaria (4.1%), and laryngitis (3.8%). Persistent allergic rhinitis, with persistent nasal obstruction as the dominant symptom, was significantly associated with chronic rhinosinusitis. Positive family history was significantly associated with the occurrence of asthma and allergic rhinitis. Conclusion. The results of our study showed that allergic rhinitis is rarely an isolated condition and it should always be observed in the context of the allergic respiratory syndrome.

Association between the use of electronic cigarettes and the prevalence of chronic rhinosinusitis and allergic rhinitis: a nationwide cross-sectional study

2021 ◽  
Vol 0 (0) ◽  
pp. 0-0
Author(s):  
M.-S. Rha ◽  
H.-J. Cho ◽  
J.-H. Yoon ◽  
C.-H. Kim
Keyword(s):  
Allergic Rhinitis ◽  
Chronic Rhinosinusitis ◽  
Electronic Cigarettes ◽  
Adult Population ◽  
Upper Airway ◽  
Airway Disease ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Health And Nutrition ◽  
High Prevalence

Background: Whether the use of electronic cigarettes (ECs) is associated with upper airway diseases, including chronic rhinosinusitis (CRS) and allergic rhinitis (AR), remains unclear. Methods: We analyzed data from the nationwide cross-sectional surveys: the Korea National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey VI (2013–2015), VII (2016–2018), and VIII (2019). Logistic regression analysis was performed to assess the association between EC use and CRS or AR. Results: Among a total of 38,413 participants, 6.4% were former EC users and 2.5% were current EC users. Former EC users and current EC showed a significantly increased OR for CRS or AR compared with never EC users. In the subgroup analysis, the “current CC (conventional cigarette)-current EC” and the “current CC-formal EC” group had a significantly higher OR for CRS or AR than the “current CC-never EC” group. In addition, former CC smokers who currently use ECs showed a significantly higher OR for AR than former CC smokers without EC use. Conclusions: EC use is significantly associated with a high prevalence of CRS and AR in the adult population. These results indicate that the use of ECs may increase the risk of upper airway disease.

Prevalence of Allergic Fungal Sinusitis in Refractory Chronic Rhinosinusitis in Adult Malaysians

2005 ◽  
Vol 133 (1) ◽  
pp. 27-31 ◽  
Author(s):  
Bee-See Goh ◽  
Balwant Singh Gendeh ◽  
Isa Mohamed Rose ◽  
Sabiha Pit ◽  
Shamim Abdul Samad
Keyword(s):  
Chronic Rhinosinusitis ◽  
Immunoglobulin E ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Fungal Sinusitis ◽  
Allergic Fungal Sinusitis ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Positive Skin ◽  
Identification Of Fungi ◽  
Aspergillus Sp ◽  
Fungal Allergen

OBJECTIVE: To determine the prevalence of allergic fungal sinusitis (AFS) in refractory chronic rhinosinusitis (CRS) in adult Malaysians. STUDY DESIGN AND SETTING: This cross-sectional study involved 30 immunocompetent CRS patients who underwent surgery. Specimens were sent for mycology and histopathologic analysis for identification of fungi. Clinical and immunological workup was performed for atopy in all patients and controls. RESULTS: Fungal cultures were positive in 5 (16.7%) and 11 (36.7%) of 30 patients from nasal secretions and surgical specimens, respectively. Allergic mucin was found in 8 surgical specimens (26.7%). Hence, prevalence of AFS was 26.7%. The most common causative agent was Aspergillus sp. (54.5%). In 3 (37.5%) of 8 patients, AFS was found to be associated with asthma. Twenty-five percent (2/8 patients) had aspirin intolerance, and 62.5% (5/8 patients) had elevated total immunoglobulin E levels. All patients had positive skin test reactivity to fungal allergen. CONCLUSIONS: This preliminary study suggests that AFS does exist in Malaysia. Proper handling of surgical specimens and accurate diagnosis by the pathologist and mycologist are essential.

The Distinguishing Clinical Features of Nonallergic Rhinitis Patients

2019 ◽  
Vol 33 (5) ◽  
pp. 524-530 ◽  
Author(s):  
Aneeza W. Hamizan ◽  
Mark Azer ◽  
Raquel Alvarado ◽  
Peter Earls ◽  
Henry P. Barham ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Allergic Rhinitis ◽  
Clinical Characteristics ◽  
Immunoglobulin E ◽  
Inferior Turbinate ◽  
Specific Ige ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Nonallergic Rhinitis ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Prick Test ◽  
Inhalant Allergy

Background Not all rhinitis patients are affected by an immunoglobulin E (IgE)-mediated inflammatory process. Skin and serum allergy assessments are limited in their ability to define local allergic rhinitis (LAR). Thus, patients with negative systemic allergy assessments comprise a mix of those who truly have nonallergic rhinitis (NAR) and patients with LAR. Objective To determine the clinical characteristics of patients with NAR. Methods A cross-sectional study was performed on consecutive adults with rhinitis symptoms who underwent turbinate surgery. NAR patients were defined by excluding allergy using both systemic (serum-specific IgE and/or skin prick test) and local (inferior turbinate tissue-specific IgE) tests. Allergic rhinitis (AR) patients were defined by any positive systemic or local test toward aeroallergens. The clinical characteristics studied included allergic comorbidities (asthma, eczema, allergic conjunctivitis), inhalant allergen triggers (dust, pollen, animal dander), and environmental triggers (Cincinnati Irritant Index [CII]). Results There were 154 participants (41.79 ± 14.78 years, 37.7% female). NAR patients (11.7%) were older (49.33 ± 15.99 vs 40.78 ± 14.38 years, P = .02), had less self-reported asthma (5.6% vs 36.3%, P < .01) and house dust inhalant trigger (38.9 vs 65.2%, P = .03) compared to AR patients. The CII score was similar for NAR and AR (31.06 ± 28.88 vs 35.49 ± 24.70, P = .61). Conclusion Patients who were older, without asthma, and lacked an inhalant allergy trigger were more likely to have true NAR. Environmental triggers are not distinguishing features of NAR. This may be used as a guide to identify rhinitis patients whose symptoms are truly nonallergic etiology compared to those with falsely negative systemic allergy assessment but may still need management for LAR.

scholarly journals The Preference of Women and Men Regarding Female Genital Depilation

2017 ◽  
Vol 39 (09) ◽  
pp. 488-495 ◽  
Author(s):  
Maria Sangiorgi ◽  
Lucia Lara ◽  
Maria Lerri ◽  
Rui Ferriani ◽  
Adriana Romão
Keyword(s):  
Statistical Analysis ◽  
Complete Removal ◽  
Pubic Hair ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Razor Blade ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Younger Women ◽  
Statistical Analysis System ◽  
Chi Squared ◽  
Analysis System

Purpose To evaluate the preferences of women and men regarding female pubic hair depilation and identify possible reasons for these preferences. Methods This is a cross-sectional study of men and women over 18 years old who were invited by the official blog of our institution to respond anonymously to an online and self-administered questionnaire made by the researchers. The analyses were made using the Statistical Analysis System (SAS, SAS Inc., Cary, NC, US) software, version 9.3, and contingency tables were used to verify the distribution of variables. The univariate statistical analysis was performed using the Pearson chi-squared test, and the differences for values of p < 0.05 were considered significant. Results We obtained data from 69,920 subjects (52,787 women and 17,133 men). The mean age was 31.9 years for men, and 28.5 years for women. Most women (64.3%) and men (62.2%) preferred complete removal of female pubic hair, and this preference was more pronounced in younger women and men. Most women reported performing depilation at home (55.8%), with 44.4% using hot wax and 40.1% using a razor blade. About half of the women (44.7%) and men (50.1%) reported sexual activity, having intercourse 2 to 3 times per week. The frequency of intercourse and sexual satisfaction in women correlated with total pubic hair removal. Conclusion Most Brazilian women and men prefer the complete removal of female pubic hair, especially those who are younger and more sexually active. Women who are satisfied with the appearance of their own genitalia have a stronger preference for complete removal of pubic hair.

scholarly journals The Relation of Allergy to Adenoid Hypertrophy and Otitis Media with Effusion: A Cross-sectional Study

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Mohammad Hassan Bemanian ◽  
Kazem Rezaei ◽  
Saeid Atighechi ◽  
Alireza Shafiei
Keyword(s):  
Otitis Media ◽  
Immunoglobulin E ◽  
Otitis Media With Effusion ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Response To Treatment ◽  
Total Serum ◽  
Adenoid Hypertrophy ◽  
Sectional Study ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
The Mean

The exact mechanisms of Adenoid hypertrophy (AHT) pathogenesis and otitis media with effusion (OME) are unclear but there is increasing evidence that allergies may play a role. We aimed to investigate the prevalence of atopy and the effect of anti-allergic drugs in patients with AHT and OME. In a non-randomized, prospective cross-sectional study, 122 patients younger than 18 years of age with AHT or OME were included. Atopic patients based on clinical symptoms of allergic disorders and/or elevated levels of total serum immunoglobulin E (IgE) were referred to allergists and tested for allergen sensitization by skin prick test (SPT). Atopic patients were treated with nasal corticosteroids and antihistamines. Response to treatment was evaluated by comparing symptoms score before and after the treatment. In this study 122 patients were evaluated, 116 of them had AHT and 30 patients had OME. The mean age of participants was 6.7±2.4 years old and 68 of them (55.7%) were male. Allergic symptoms were observed in 38 patients with AHT (32.7%) and nine patients with OME (30%). Among the total cases, 34 patients (28%) were considered atopic. SPT was performed on 25 (73%) cases of atopic patients, with 11 (44 %) positive results. The mean symptom score of AHT and OME decreased significantly after treatment respectively, (p=0.001, p=0.007). According to this study, atopy was relatively common in patients with AHT and OME. Treatment with nasal corticosteroid and antihistamines were effective in these patients.

scholarly journals Healthy Lifestyle Among School of Quantitative Sciences Lecturers, Universiti Utara Malaysia (UUM)

2019 ◽  
Vol 4 (8) ◽  
pp. 39-44
Author(s):  
Maryam Rukayyah Al-Munirah Binti Ayob ◽  
Mohamad Shukri Bin Abdul Hamid ◽  
Faezzah Binti Mohd Daud ◽  
Ong Yi Sean
Keyword(s):  
Weight Control ◽  
Healthy Lifestyle ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Mortality And Morbidity ◽  
Healthy Behaviors ◽  
Disease Mortality ◽  
Statistical Analysis System ◽  
Analysis System ◽  
Universiti Utara Malaysia

The role of individual healthy behaviors like physical activity, nutrition and stress management on reduction of rate of disease mortality and morbidity is well known. The aim of this study is to determine healthy lifestyle in lecturers employed in School of Quantitative Sciences, University Utara Malaysia, in 2019. Materials and Methods: The participants of this cross-sectional study were 66 lecturers in School of Quantitative Sciences, selected via random sampling method. The data collection was performed using a questionnaire including demographic healthy lifestyle questions. Analysis of the data was performed through Software Statistical Analysis System Enterprise Guide (SAS EG) version 7.1. Results: The mean age of the subjects was 42.68 ± 1.37 years and, BMI mean was 24.13 ± 0.86. 92.42% of them were married and 7.58% also were single. Conclusion: According to the results, planning for lecturers in School of Quantitative Sciences for receiving information about healthy lifestyle on weight control and nutrition are important.

scholarly journals Association between Allergic Rhinitis and Regular Physical Activity in Adults: A Nationwide Cross-Sectional Study

2020 ◽  
Vol 17 (16) ◽  
pp. 5662
Author(s):  
Jewel Park ◽  
Joo Hee Park ◽  
Jaehyung Park ◽  
Jimi Choi ◽  
Tae Hoon Kim
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Allergic Rhinitis ◽  
Immunoglobulin E ◽  
Adult Population ◽  
Specific Ige ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Sectional Study ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
General Adult Population ◽  
Using Data

Evidence regarding the association between allergic rhinitis (AR) and physical activity (PA) is conflicting. Previous studies have mostly relied only on self-reported symptoms to define AR, did not classify AR by severity or persistence, and included only children or athletes. The present cross-sectional study evaluated the association between PA and objectively-defined AR and its subtypes in the general adult population using data for 1932 eligible participants aged 19 years or older in the 2010 Korea National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey. Multivariable logistic regression analyses were performed to evaluate the relationship between three types of PA and overall AR, AR subtypes, and rhinoscopy findings showed that moderate-severe AR was positively associated with vigorous (odds ratio [OR] = 3.392, p = 0.002) and moderate (OR = 3.623, p = 0.007) PA compared to mild AR, while persistent AR was associated with vigorous (OR = 3.954, p = 0.004) and moderate (OR = 3.411, p = 0.022) PA compared to intermittent AR. On rhinoscopy, vigorous PA was significantly associated with watery rhinorrhea (OR = 2.203, p = 0.048) but not pale mucosa. Total immunoglobulin E (IgE) and three allergen-specific IgE were not significantly elevated in participants who performed PA. Therefore, regular vigorous PA is associated with subjective and objective aggravation of AR symptoms, which may not necessarily manifest as increased serum IgE levels.

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