알레르기 비염과 수면호흡장애

• Published in: Chʻŏnsik mit alrerugi Vol. 30; no. 4; pp. 271 - 274
• Main Authors: 정유삼, Yoo Sam Chung
• Format: Journal Article
• Language: Korean
• Published: 대한천식알레르기학회 30.12.2010
• Subjects: Allergic rhinitis; Obstructive Sleep apnea; Snoring; 임상병리학
• ISSN: 1226-8739

Allergic rhinitis and sleep-disordered breathing are prevalent in Korea. Patients with obstructive sleep apnea syndrome frequently complain of allergic rhinitis symptoms, such as nasal obstruction, sneezing, rhinorrhea or itching. They occasionally have snoring and obstructive sleep apnea. Furthermore, both allergic rhinitis and sleep-disordered breathing may worsen the quality of life. This study was conducted to investigate the relationship between allergic rhinitis and sleep-disordered breathing and the effect of treatment of allergic rhinitis on sleep-disordered breathing. A better understanding of the relationship between allergic rhinitis and sleep-disordered breathing will help to properly manage patients with both clinical entities. (Korean J Asthma Allergy Clin Immunol 2010;30:271-274)