Physicians ’ Perception on Allergic Rhinitis and Its Management: A Questionnaire Based Survey

AbstractDespite high prevalence and impact on quality of life, Allergic Rhinitis (AR) is undertreated. Furthermore, existence of a relationship between AR and upper respiratory tract infection (URTI) is less explored. This Pan-India survey intended to assess physicians ' perception about AR and URTI, and management practices in Indian setting. This questionnaire-based survey was conducted by telephonically interviewing 300 physicians [Consultant Physicians (CP): 33%; General Physicians (GP): 32%; ENT surgeons: 16%; pediatricians: 11%; allergy specialists: 8%] ac ross India. CPs (33%) and GPs (32%) treated more AR patients in a month, versus other specialties. According to physicians, about 29.6% of patients with AR develop URTI in a month. Majority of the physicians (98%) believed that r...

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