Allergic Respiratory Disease C1504369
A group of conditions where the immune system reacts to inhaled or environmental allergens, affecting the airways. It includes allergic rhinitis and allergic asthma. Management includes allergen avoidance, medications, and sometimes allergy shots.
Key facts at a glance
- ICD-10
- J98.9
- ICD-11
- CA00.0
- Body system
- respiratory
- Severity
- moderate
- Chronic
- true
Signs and symptoms
Common signs and symptoms that may indicate this condition.
Warning signs - seek immediate care
Dyspnea
Shortness of breath or cough
(respiratory)Noticeable symptoms that may vary in intensity over time.
Frequency: Common at all stages
Sneezing
(respiratory)Cough
(respiratory)Wheezing
(respiratory)Diagnosis and tests
How this condition is diagnosed and what test results mean.
Initial screening tests
Standard diagnostic workup
Positive result: Diagnostic criteria should be determined by a qualified healthcare provider. [Content pending medical review.]
Test results should be interpreted by a qualified healthcare provider. [Content pending medical review.]
Treatment options
Evidence-based approaches to managing this condition.
First-line treatments
Allergen Avoidance
Identification and avoidance of triggering allergens is the cornerstone of allergic respiratory disease management. Environmental controls include dust mite mitigation, pet dander reduction, pollen avoidance, and elimination of known food triggers.
Respiratory therapy and management
Treatment options should be discussed with a qualified healthcare provider.
Intranasal Corticosteroids
Topical nasal corticosteroids are highly effective first-line medications for allergic rhinitis and allergic asthma. They reduce airway inflammation, decrease mucosal edema, and alleviate sneezing, congestion, and postnasal drip.
Additional treatment options
Oral Antihistamines
Second-generation oral antihistamines provide relief from sneezing, itching, and rhinorrhea by blocking histamine receptors. They are particularly useful for acute symptom relief and can be taken as needed or regularly.
medicationAllergen Immunotherapy
Subcutaneous or sublingual immunotherapy involves graduated exposure to allergens to induce immune tolerance. This disease-modifying treatment is indicated for patients with inadequate response to medications.
procedureBreathing Exercises
Pulmonary rehabilitation and breathing exercises help improve respiratory function and reduce exacerbation frequency in allergic respiratory disease. Techniques include diaphragmatic breathing and pursed-lip breathing.
physical_therapyWhen to seek medical help
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Frequently asked questions
Common questions about this topic.
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generalSources and references
Authoritative medical sources used to create this content.
Bousquet J, Akdis CA, Hellings PW. Allergic respiratory disease: Guidelines from the European Academy of Allergy and Clinical Immunology. Allergy. 2020.
Papadopoulos NG, Aggelides X, Katopodis H. New perspectives on allergic respiratory disease pathogenesis and treatment. J Allergy Clin Immunol. 2021.
Liu AH, Gilsenan AW, Rizio AA. Efficacy of allergen immunotherapy in allergic respiratory disease: A systematic review and meta-analysis. Respir Med. 2022.
Nelson HS, Koberlein JS, Nolte H. Dupilumab in moderate-to-severe allergic respiratory disease: Results from a randomized controlled trial. Lancet Respir Med. 2023.
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