Asthma and Allergic Rhinitis Clinic

At this clinic, we provide thorough diagnostic evaluations and systematic treatment for asthma and allergic rhinitis in children and adolescents. Allergic rhinitis is one of the most common conditions in this age group. Even in the absence of a cold, symptoms such as a runny or blocked nose, sneezing, and itching of the nose and eyes may occur repeatedly or suddenly under specific conditions.

In many cases, patients are vaguely aware that they have allergic rhinitis, yet the exact allergen is unknown. Sometimes, individuals believe they have allergic rhinitis for years, only to discover through testing that no allergies are present. If symptoms persist or are bothersome, it is advisable to undergo proper testing to clarify the cause.

Asthma is less common than rhinitis but may be incidentally diagnosed due to chronic cough. If a cough lasts for several weeks or recurs frequently, testing for asthma may be necessary. During pediatric consultations, if wheezing is repeatedly heard upon auscultation and asthma is suspected, further testing can confirm the diagnosis, determine the severity, and identify specific subtypes.

Based on these findings, and when appropriate, allergen-specific immunotherapy—a fundamental treatment targeting the root cause—may be considered for asthma and rhinitis.

Pulmonary function tests, bronchial provocation tests, and allergy skin tests, which require the patient’s active cooperation, are generally performed from the age of 6 and above. For younger children, diagnosis and treatment are based on basic allergy tests, imaging studies, and a detailed medical history.