Approaches to the Patient With a Runny Nose
Burden of AR
Proper Diagnosis Crucial to Identify Comorbidities and Manage Symptoms
Case Presentation: Nicole
Patient History Is Crucial to Diagnosis of AR
Nicole: Medical History
Nicole: Physical Exam Findings
Additional Physical Exam Findings
Navigating the Differential Diagnosis
Navigating the Differential Diagnosis (cont)
Nicole: Has AR But Medications Not Effective
Pitfalls of Patient Use of OTC Medications
Timing and Combination of OTC Medication Key to Relief
Types of Allergen-Specific Testing
Common Allergens Implicated in AR
What About Occupational AR?
Nicole: Results of Allergen-Specific Testing
After AR Diagnosis: Assess QoL
After AR Diagnosis: Assess for Comorbidities
When to Refer to a Specialist
Conclusions
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