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[Is the asthma caused by self-diagnosed "common cold" reliable]
1Department of Respiratory Disease, People's Hospital, Beijing Medical University, Beijing 100044.
Summary
Many asthma patients experiencing common cold symptoms actually have allergic rhinitis (AR). Early onset of asthma is linked to AR, highlighting the importance of distinguishing AR from colds in asthma management.
Area of Science:
- Allergology
- Pulmonology
- Clinical Immunology
Context:
- Asthma and allergic rhinitis (AR) are common conditions.
- Patients often self-diagnose common cold when experiencing asthma exacerbations.
- The relationship between AR and asthma requires further clarification.
Purpose:
- To determine the incidence of AR in asthma patients presenting with common cold symptoms.
- To explore the connection between AR and asthma development and characteristics.
Summary:
- 47.6% of 103 asthma patients with self-diagnosed common colds were diagnosed with AR.
- Asthma onset occurred significantly earlier in patients with AR (28 years) compared to those without AR (36 years).
- A concordance in seasonal patterns was observed between asthma and AR episodes.
Impact:
- Self-diagnosed common colds in asthma patients frequently represent undiagnosed AR.
- AR is closely associated with asthma, potentially influencing its onset and course.
- Accurate differentiation between AR and common cold is crucial for effective asthma management.