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Role of allergy in the therapeutic response of nasal polyps.

Author: KirtsreesakulVirat

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Overview

This study found that nasal polyps with positive allergen skin tests had less improvement than nasal polyps with negative allergen skin tests after treatment with Budesonide nasal spray. This suggests that allergies may affect the therapeutic response to treatment for nasal polyps.
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Original Abstract of the Article :
The objective of this study was to determine whether the allergy factor affects therapeutic response of nasal polyps. A total of 68 patients were enrolled between 1 October 1999 and 1 January 2002 at the Allergy and Rhinology Clinic, Faculty of Medicine, Songklanagarind Hospital. Allergy skin prick ...See full text at original site
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引用元：
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/12587836

データ提供：米国国立医学図書館（NLM）

Role of Allergy in the Therapeutic Response of Nasal Polyps

Nasal polyps, like unwelcome guests in a desert oasis, can cause discomfort and disrupt our sense of well-being. This study, like a curious desert explorer investigating the factors influencing nasal polyp growth, explores the role of allergy in the therapeutic response of nasal polyps.

Allergies and Nasal Polyps

The researchers studied patients with nasal polyps and divided them into two groups: those with positive allergen skin tests and those with negative allergen skin tests. They found that patients with positive skin tests had less improvement in nasal symptoms and polyp size after treatment with budesonide nasal spray compared to those with negative skin tests.

Navigating the Treatment Path

This study suggests that allergy may play a role in the therapeutic response of nasal polyps. Healthcare professionals may need to consider allergy status when developing treatment plans for patients with nasal polyps.

Dr.Camel's Conclusion

Just as a camel can sniff out a distant oasis, our bodies can be sensitive to allergens. This study helps us understand the complex interplay between allergies and nasal polyps, guiding us towards more effective treatment approaches.

Date :
  1. Date Completed 2003-08-29
  2. Date Revised 2019-12-10
Further Info :

Pubmed ID

12587836

DOI: Digital Object Identifier

12587836

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Languages

English

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