Jakość życia w alergicznym nieżycie nosa

Allergic rhinitis is one of the most common upper respiratory tract diseases. It has deep influence on the quality of life of our patients. So far, the evidences have shown its impact on sleep, autonomic regulation, inflammation of the lower airways and perinasal sinuses and oxidative stress. Moreover, accumulating data have shown that it decreases productivity and school results in children and might deeply influence the sexual behavior. In this review, we focused on practical aspects and consequences of allergic rhinitis. So far, the best influence on quality of life in allergic rhinitis is related to nasal glucocorticosteroids treatment.