Pediatria pre prax 5/2012

New approach to children with allergic rhinitis and asthma bronchiale

Allergic rhinitis and asthma bronchiale are according to the new knowledge described as the components of „one airway disease“. Allergic rhinitis is not only one of the most important risk factors for development of bronchial asthma but it has also a negative impact on the course of asthma. Early diagnosis and treatment of both diseases as recommended in international guidelines is condition for a good quality of live in all children without serious symptoms and limitations.

Keywords: allergic rhinitis, asthma bronchiale, diagnosis, treatment.