Family Medicine Approach to Allergic Rhinitis with Biopsychosocial Triggers

Abstract

Allergic rhinitis (AR) is an allergic response that causes varied symptoms in the nose by exposure to allergens. A patient with a family history of atopy has a higher risk of AR. Various trigger factors can trigger the allergic response. Symptoms disturb daily life activity, decrease productivity, and cause many complications if left untreated. This case was found in primary health care in Malang city. Complete history-taking was done to identify the risk factors, and then some home visit was done to identify the trigger factors. The patient was a woman with a history of atopy. Trigger factors found came from the environment, but there is a possibility that the trigger factor is psychological pressure. This case report will discuss the role of family medicine and its application in allergic rhinitis. Comprehensive and holistic management is needed because of the complex relationship between biopsychosocial factors with AR.