The Curbsiders Internal Medicine Podcast #447 Rhinitis and Environmental Allergies with Dr. Olajumoke Fadugba
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Jul 8, 2024 
Expert allergist Dr. Olajumoke Fadugba discusses distinguishing between allergic and non-allergic rhinitis, allergy skin testing, pathophysiology of allergies, allergy immunotherapy, chronic sinusitis, sinus rinses, and climate change impact on allergies.
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Rhinitis History
- Focus on the pattern of rhinitis symptoms, such as whether they are perennial or seasonal.
- Ask about triggers like weather changes, fragrances, pets, mold, and dust mites.
Vasomotor Rhinitis Triggers
- Triggers like season changes, strong fragrances, fumes, and temperature changes suggest vasomotor rhinitis.
- Vasomotor rhinitis is the most common type of non-allergic rhinitis.
Rhinitis Physical Exam
- Perform a thorough physical exam, including oral and nasal exams, to assess for signs of rhinitis.
- Look for evidence of throat drainage, cobblestoning, inflamed turbinates, or polyps.