Pediatr. praxi. 2009;10(5):311-315
Rhinitis is defined as an inflammation of the nasal mucous membrane characterized by the following symptoms: anterior or posterior
rhinorrhoea, nasal congestion, sneezing, and itching. The causes of rhinitis in children are numerous; however, 50 % are reported to be
caused by an allergy. The paper presents the current classification of rhinitides and particular attention is paid to the most common
ones – acute infectious rhinitis and allergic rhinitis. The other types of rhinitis, complications, and differential diagnosis of childhood
rhinitides are dealt with briefly.
Published: December 1, 2009 Show citation