Diagnosis and Management of Rhinitis

Overview

Journal Prim Care

Specialties General Medicine
Public Health

Date 1998 Sep 12

PMID 9735122

Authors

D Weldon

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Abstract

This article reviews the differential diagnoses for rhinitis, medications available for the treatment of rhinitis, and special circumstances (such as pregnancy or medication side-effects) that may influence a clinician's decision. Considering the economic impact of rhinitis, the cost of prescription medications, and quality-of-life issues that are affected by rhinitis, physicians dealing with managed care organizations should make their diagnosis and treatment decisions carefully.

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