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Nasal reactivity in rhinitis.

P Borum, H Grønborg, S Brofeldt

European Journal of Respiratory Diseases. Supplement

|January 1, 1983

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Nasal challenge tests reveal increased reactivity in hay fever and perennial rhinitis patients. This objective method aids in diagnosing rhinitis severity and evaluating new drug treatments.

Area of Science:

Allergy and immunology
Rhinology
Clinical pharmacology

Background:

Nasal reactivity assessment is crucial for understanding allergic and non-allergic rhinitis.
Objective diagnostic tools are needed to evaluate rhinitis severity and treatment efficacy.

Purpose of the Study:

To review data on nasal reactivity to methacholine, histamine, and allergen.
To assess reactivity in healthy individuals, common cold patients, perennial rhinitis, and hay fever patients.

Main Methods:

Nasal challenge tests involving spraying agents into the nose.
Measurement of sneezes, nasal secretion, and nasal airway resistance over 15 minutes.

Main Results:

A slight increase in nasal reactivity was observed during common colds.

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A significant increase in nasal reactivity was noted during hay fever season and in perennial rhinitis.

Conclusions:

Nasal challenge tests provide objective parameters for diagnosing rhinitis and assessing its severity.
These tests can aid in evaluating new drugs, understanding disease mechanisms, and drug actions.