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Nasal allergy in Karachi.

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M. H. A. Beg K. V. Social Security, SITE Hosptital, Karachi, Pakistan
Abstract
Nasal Allergy is a common problem in Karachi all the year round. Not enough attention is paid for its diagnosis and management. One Hundred patients were assessed clinically and by Prick skin test during July 1982 to June 1983. It is more common in. females and in younger patients who belong to upper social status and better living conditions. Other predisposing factors include air conditioning and humidity. House Dust, Mite, Moulds and Pollens are common. allergies in the descending order. Immunotherapy was done in 70 patients out of which 39 (56%) have found definite improvement in their symptoms and found the treatment worth expense. Extensive studies are needed to fully asses this sort of treatment. At present no other treatment offers a chance of permanent cure though the value of other forms of treatment 'including antihistamines and local cortisone sprays cannot be denied.
Publication Details
Page(s) 14-19
DOI DOI not available
Published Journal: Pakistan Journal of Otolaryngology,Head and Neck Surgery, Volume: 2, Issue: 1, Year: 1986

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