Sarcouncil Journal of Medical Series

Abstract: Background: Allergic rhinitis is a chronic condition in children, and there’s evidence that an increasing percentage of children with allergies have AR. Objective: The aim of this study was the assessment and analysis of clinical quality of life outcomes in patients with allergic rhinitis. Patients and methods: 90 children with allergic rhinitis participated in the study. The children were asked to rate their rhinitis symptoms using two scales: the Total 4 Symptom Score and the Visual Analogue Scale. Quality of life was assessed using the KINDL-R questionnaire. Results The study found that children over 12 years old had the highest number of cases of asthma, accounting for 50% of the total. The most common comorbidities were asthma and food allergies. Symptoms were sneezing, stuffy nose, and rhinorrhea. Family history was identified in 36.67% of cases, while pollen and dust mites were identified in 16.67% and 1%, respectively. Common factors affecting children included pet dander, air pollution, cigarette smoke, respiratory infections, certain foods, weather changes, and hormonal fluctuations. Complications affected children at 55.56%, with sinusitis, decreased quality of life, and asthma exacerbations being the most common impact factors. The severity of symptoms was classified into mild, moderate, and severe categories, where mild (9 patients), moderate (24 cases), and severe (57 cases). Conclusion: Allergic rhinitis (AR) significantly impacts children’s quality of life, causing symptoms like nasal congestion, sneezing, itching, and rhinorrhea. These symptoms can hinder daily activities and reduce life quality