What could be done to manage allergic rhinitis and itching?

Question

Hello doctor,

My daughter has been suffering from allergic rhinitis for the last few years. It is common during the winter season to cold and cough. In the summer also the same problem persists. She is on tablet Montek LC (a combination of Montelukast and Levocetirizine). If she discontinues this even for one day, her allergic rhinitis gets aggravated, and other family members also suffer from the same issues.

Now she suffers from acute itching on her body, mainly in her arms, legs, stomach, and back, and it is really disturbing. Please help. I have attached the photographs.

Thank you.

Answer 1

Hello,

Welcome to icliniq.com.

The pictures you uploaded are not clear (attachments removed to protect patient identity). Anyways it looks like some allergy. Give her anti-histaminic syrup, Atarax (Hydroxyzine hydrochloride) 1.5 teaspoon twice daily for three days, and apply Lacto Calamine lotion over the itchy areas. Consult your doctor and take the medicines accordingly.

As far as allergic rhinitis is concerned, you need to consult a good ENT doctor and get her evaluated. I would suggest starting Fluticasone nasal spray for a few weeks. This would control the episodes to a greater extent.

I hope that you get your answer.

Please let me know if you need any help.

Thank you.

Answer 2

Hello,

Welcome back to icliniq.com.

Yes, it can be combined with the medications you are taking.

Avoid cold drinks, citrus fruits, cool air like air conditioner or air cooler, and dust.

I hope that you get your answer.

Please let me know if you need any help.

Thank you.