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Article Type

Original Study

Abstract

Introduction Allergic rhinitis is a global health problem that causes significant illness and disability worldwide. Interactions between the lower and the upper airways are well known and have been studied since 1990. More than 80% of asthmatics have rhinitis, and 10–40% of patients with rhinitis have asthma. Indoor and outdoor allergens, as well as occupational agents, cause rhinitis and other allergic diseases. Aim A trial was done to determine or distinguish the causative agents, either one or multiple agents, in allergic patients. We hope this will help us in the management of allergic patients by avoiding this causative agent(s) if possible. Patients and methods A total of 97 individuals were recruited from the outpatient clinics of Shebin Elkom teaching hospital. Results Pigeon and pollens showed the highest prevalence at 56.7%, whereas wheat showed the least incidence at 5.15%. As for ingestant, the cacao showed the highest incidence at 16.49%, and the least one was strawberry at 5.15%. Conclusion The importance of our research that If we recognize the causative allergen that triggers the allergic disorder, we can try to avoid it and protect the patient from the hazards of an allergic disorder.

Keywords

Allergic rhinitis, immunoglobulin E level, pediatrics

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