Nasal Smear Eosinophil CountVs AEC of Patients diagnosed with Allergic Rhinitis Attending a Tertiary Care Hospital &the Effect of Treatment with a TopicalSteroid Nasal Spray on theSame

摘要: Allergic rhinitis being a heterogeneous disorderis often under-diagnosed despite its high prevalence. The age, sex, race or socioeconomic status has no bearing on those who get affected.It is one of the most common chronic conditions in developed world with significant impact quality life.Methodology: All patients were diagnosed allergic satisfying inclusion criteria included study by universal sampling, after obtaining informed consent. A total 42 thus included. Statistical Analysis:The baseline data was expressed as percentages & proportions. Mcnemar Chi square test Paired t-test applied for comparison between two tests analyzing pre-treatment post- treatment values ofnasal smear eosinophil counts AEC. Results: Sensitivities calculated 40% 54% nasal count AEC respectively. difference sensitivities found to be (p<0.05). post-treatment both smear& reduction observed 85.7% from pre- 28.6% patients.