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JOURNAL OF ALLERGY AND CLINICAL IMMUNOLOGY-IN PRACTICE
卷 5, 期 3, 页码 779-+出版社
ELSEVIER SCIENCE BV
DOI: 10.1016/j.jaip.2016.10.010
关键词
Allergic rhinitis; Antiallergic treatment; Nasal/ocular allergy symptoms; Patient perception; Quality of life; Questionnaire; Seasonal allergic rhinoconjunctivitis; Survey
资金
- MEDA Pharmaceuticals Inc.
BACKGROUND: Seasonal allergic rhinoconjunctivitis (SARC) affects >= 16% of the US population annually. Telephone and in-office surveys have demonstrated negative effects of allergic rhinitis (AR) symptoms on sleep, daily activities, productivity, concentration, and emotions. OBJECTIVE: The objective of this study was to assess the patient-perceived burden of SARC in relation to newer treatments, increased access to treatments, and changing management protocols. METHODS: An online survey of symptom experience, impact on daily life, and management was conducted in US respondents who suffer (or whose child suffers) from SARC symptoms. RESULTS: A total of 1001 surveys were completed: 500 adults (>= 18 years old) and 501 children (12-17 years old, documented by their parents). Similar to earlier AR surveys, SARC symptoms negatively affected the patient's (and family's) quality of life, and were most severe in the spring. Before being treated, >50% of respondents reported daily symptoms during their season; 75% to 80% considered their symptoms moderate to severe. Patients saw a variety of health care professionals (including pharmacists) and used over-the-counter and prescription medications for symptoms. Those using prescription medications were generally more satisfied with treatment and less likely to switch or discontinue treatment. Nasal and/or ocular symptoms drove adherence, seeing a health care professional, and reviewing and/or changing treatment. CONCLUSIONS: The majority of patients with SARC report moderate-to-severe symptoms that significantly impair their quality of life. However, patients appear to be taking more responsibility for their (child's) condition, and patient expectations for therapy are increasingly being met. Continued efforts will be needed to examine the contribution of better information and/or increased access to and availability of medications to control the disease. (C) 2016 The Authors. Published by Elsevier Inc. on behalf of the American Academy of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology.
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