Prevalence of adenoid hypertrophy in children with allergic rhinitis. Clinical features and disease interrelationship
Abstract
Objective: To determine the prevalence of adenoid hypertrophy (AH) in children with allergic rhinitis (AR) and to study the clinical course of the disease in this group of children. Results: The study found that allergic rhinitis combined with adenoid hypertrophy leads to more severe symptoms in children, including nasal congestion, fatigue, and nocturnal awakenings. In the AH group, these symptoms were more pronounced than in the AR-only group. Both groups exhibited rhinorrhea and cough, but these were more frequent and severe in the AH group. Conclusion: The combination of allergic rhinitis and adenoid hypertrophy exacerbates the course of the disease, deteriorating the quality of life in children. This emphasizes the importance of a comprehensive approach to treatment and early diagnosis to prevent complications and improve patient outcomes.