The mechanism and treatment of nasal obstruction in allergic rhinitis

Abstract

SummaryNasal obstruction is one of the main symptoms of allergic rhinitis（AR） as well as one of the most common complains in the otolaryngology department. Among the many causes of nasal congestion, such as inflammation and anatomy, the most common clinical cause is the nasal mucosal inflammatory response that caused by AR. The nasal congestion caused by AR can induce nighttime sleep disturbance and mental-psychological burden. Nasal congestion has a greater impact on children, which can directly affect growth and development due to affecting nighttime sleep, and may even affect maxillofacial development, which should be paid special attention by physicians. According to the particularity of AR nasal congestion, this review summarizes how to carry out clinical consultation, select specialist examination and objective examination methods, and develop the optimal treatment strategy.