Rhinitis: The Daily PANCE Blueprint
Which of the following is a first-line treatment for rhinitis?
A. Nasal irrigation
B. Bronchodilators
C. Intranasal steroids
D. Oral diphenhydramine
E. Intramuscular steroids
Answer and topic summary
The answer is C. Intranasal steroids
Rhinitis is essentially swelling of the mucous membranes in the nose. It can either be due to allergies (type I hypersensitivity reaction) or something else (e.g., infection, drug-induced, hormonal, occupational, etc). Clinical features include nasal congestion, post-nasal drip, and rhinorrhea. Management includes avoiding precipitating factors/allergens well as intranasal steroids +/- topical antihistamines.
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