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Allergic rhinitis in children

W E Berger1

  • 1Allergy and Asthma Associates, 27800 Medical Center Road, Suite 244, Mission Viejo, CA 92691, USA. weberger@uci.edu

Current Allergy and Asthma Reports
|March 15, 2002
PubMed

Insights

Allergic rhinitis in children is common and linked to asthma. Early allergen management and available treatments can improve quality of life and prevent serious health issues.

Area of Science:

  • Pediatric Allergy and Immunology
  • Clinical Medicine

Background:

  • Allergic rhinitis is frequently associated with asthma, forming part of a broader atopic condition.
  • It commonly emerges in childhood, affecting up to 40% of pediatric patients.
  • Infant and early childhood exposure to food allergies and household allergens may influence sensitization.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To highlight the connection between allergic rhinitis and asthma in children.
  • To emphasize the importance of early allergen exposure management.
  • To discuss current treatment options for pediatric allergic rhinitis.

Main Methods:

  • Review of epidemiologic and pathophysiologic evidence.
  • Analysis of the prevalence of allergic rhinitis in the pediatric population.
  • Examination of the impact of allergen exposure on sensitization.

Main Results:

  • Allergic rhinitis is a significant component of childhood atopy, often co-occurring with asthma.
  • Effective management strategies are crucial for pediatric patients.
  • Numerous antihistamines and topical corticosteroids are available for treatment.

Conclusions:

  • Optimal management of allergic rhinitis in children is vital.
  • Intervention can enhance quality of life and prevent severe complications.
  • Early attention to allergens may mitigate sensitization and disease progression.

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