Sharma Abhijeet, Deshmukh Prasad, Jain Shraddha, Gaurkar Sagar, Sharma Ayushi
Otorhinolaryngology and Head and Neck Surgery, Jawaharlal Nehru Medical College, Datta Meghe Institute of Higher Education and Research, Wardha, IND.
Dental Sciences, People's College of Dental Science and Research Centre, Bhopal, IND.
Cureus. 2024 Jul 12;16(7):e64410. doi: 10.7759/cureus.64410. eCollection 2024 Jul.
Allergic rhinitis (AR) is a prevalent inflammatory disorder of the nasal mucosa, triggered by allergen exposure and characterized by symptoms such as sneezing, nasal congestion, itching, and rhinorrhea. This comprehensive review aims to unravel the molecular mechanisms underpinning AR, exploring the pathogenesis from allergen recognition to chronic inflammation and tissue remodelling. Central to the disease are immunoglobulin E (IgE)-mediated hypersensitivity reactions, involving key inflammatory mediators and cellular players such as mast cells, eosinophils, and T cells. Genetic predisposition and environmental factors also play significant roles in susceptibility and disease progression. Therapeutic strategies for AR are varied, ranging from symptomatic relief through antihistamines and nasal corticosteroids to more targeted approaches like allergen-specific immunotherapy. Emerging treatments focus on novel molecular pathways, with a growing emphasis on personalized medicine to optimize patient outcomes. Despite advancements, challenges remain in fully understanding the heterogeneity of AR and developing universally effective treatments. This review synthesizes current knowledge, highlighting critical insights into the molecular basis of AR and their implications for clinical practice. It underscores the need for integrated, multidisciplinary approaches to enhance therapeutic efficacy and calls for ongoing research to address unresolved questions and explore new frontiers in AR management. Through this comprehensive synthesis, the review aims to inform and inspire future research and clinical strategies, ultimately improving the quality of life for individuals affected by AR.
变应性鼻炎(AR)是一种常见的鼻黏膜炎症性疾病,由接触变应原引发,其特征为打喷嚏、鼻塞、瘙痒和流涕等症状。这篇综述旨在揭示AR的分子机制,探讨从变应原识别到慢性炎症和组织重塑的发病机制。该疾病的核心是免疫球蛋白E(IgE)介导的超敏反应,涉及肥大细胞、嗜酸性粒细胞和T细胞等关键炎症介质和细胞成分。遗传易感性和环境因素在易感性和疾病进展中也起着重要作用。AR的治疗策略多种多样,从通过抗组胺药和鼻用糖皮质激素缓解症状到变应原特异性免疫治疗等更具针对性的方法。新兴治疗方法聚焦于新的分子途径,越来越强调个性化医疗以优化患者预后。尽管取得了进展,但在全面理解AR的异质性和开发普遍有效的治疗方法方面仍存在挑战。本综述综合了当前的知识,突出了对AR分子基础的关键见解及其对临床实践的影响。它强调了采用综合、多学科方法提高治疗效果的必要性,并呼吁持续开展研究以解决未解决的问题并探索AR管理的新领域。通过这一全面的综合,本综述旨在为未来的研究和临床策略提供信息并激发灵感,最终改善AR患者的生活质量。