Inhalation versus food allergens in children with allergic rhinitis

Objective To investigate the distribution of inhalation and food allergens in children with allergic rhinitis in Fosha.Methods 300 children were detected by skin prick test in the past two years and then analyzed the distribution of allergens.Results In the inhalation group,243 of 300 cases (81.00％) got positive reaction; the top allergens were house dust mite,farina mite,tropical mite,blattella germanica,and dog hair.In the food group,the ratio of positive reaction was 35.00％ (105/300); the top common allergens were crab,shrimp,peanut,and peach.Conclusions The main allergens of children with allergic rhinitis in Foshan include dust mites,cockroaches,and seafood. Key words: Rhinitis;  Allergic;  Allergens;  Skin test;  Epidemiology;  Children