Facial mask for prevention of allergic rhinitis symptoms
ObjectivesWe reviewed the role of facial masks in preventing allergic rhinitis (AR) symptoms.MethodsThe literature survey was performed in PubMed, EBSCO, UpToDate, and Proquest Central databases of Kırıkkale University and Google and Google Scholar databases.ResultsAeroallergens are microscopic airb...
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| description | ObjectivesWe reviewed the role of facial masks in preventing allergic rhinitis (AR) symptoms.MethodsThe literature survey was performed in PubMed, EBSCO, UpToDate, and Proquest Central databases of Kırıkkale University and Google and Google Scholar databases.ResultsAeroallergens are microscopic airborne particles that trigger AR symptoms. In sensitive people, the type 1 hypersensitivity reaction against these allergens occurs when these microparticles enter the nasal mucosa via inhalation. Pollens, molds, dust mites, and animal dander are only some of the allergens suspected of contributing to AR symptoms. The treatment guidelines for AR extensively encompass allergy avoidance and environmental management as the first-line treatment. It is recommended that those who experience seasonal symptoms try to avoid their triggers whenever possible. While medical masks filter out particles larger than 3 μm, FFP2 masks are effective against particles as small as 0.004 μm. Since both mask types are effective in filtering pollen larger than 5 μm in size, they can be used to prevent pollen exposure. The “antiviral protection” provided by medical and FFP2 masks to hospital employees is roughly equivalent. Thus, both should be effective against direct local (eye) or indirect inhaled (nose, bronchial) pollen exposure. For the masks to do their job, they need to fit correctly.ConclusionFace mask affects AR patients' quality of life and reduces AR symptoms' severity. |
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| spelling | doaj.art-604ef7b3cebc4ff696f0740b289c11972023-12-06T08:23:46ZengFrontiers Media S.A.Frontiers in Allergy2673-61012023-12-01410.3389/falgy.2023.12653941265394Facial mask for prevention of allergic rhinitis symptomsOğuzhan Oğuz0Oğuzhan Oğuz1Felicia Manole2Nuray Bayar Muluk3Cemal Cingi4Department of Audiology, Health Services Vocational School, Istanbul Nişantaşı University, Istanbul, TürkiyeENT Clinics, Dr. Oğuzhan Oğuz Wellnose Clinic, Istanbul, TürkiyeDepartment of ENT, Faculty of Medicine, University of Oradea, Oradea, RomaniaDepartment of Otorhinolaryngology, Faculty of Medicine, Kırıkkale University, Kırıkkale, TürkiyeDepartment of Otorhinolaryngology, Faculty of Medicine, Eskisehir Osmangazi University, Eskisehir, TürkiyeObjectivesWe reviewed the role of facial masks in preventing allergic rhinitis (AR) symptoms.MethodsThe literature survey was performed in PubMed, EBSCO, UpToDate, and Proquest Central databases of Kırıkkale University and Google and Google Scholar databases.ResultsAeroallergens are microscopic airborne particles that trigger AR symptoms. In sensitive people, the type 1 hypersensitivity reaction against these allergens occurs when these microparticles enter the nasal mucosa via inhalation. Pollens, molds, dust mites, and animal dander are only some of the allergens suspected of contributing to AR symptoms. The treatment guidelines for AR extensively encompass allergy avoidance and environmental management as the first-line treatment. It is recommended that those who experience seasonal symptoms try to avoid their triggers whenever possible. While medical masks filter out particles larger than 3 μm, FFP2 masks are effective against particles as small as 0.004 μm. Since both mask types are effective in filtering pollen larger than 5 μm in size, they can be used to prevent pollen exposure. The “antiviral protection” provided by medical and FFP2 masks to hospital employees is roughly equivalent. Thus, both should be effective against direct local (eye) or indirect inhaled (nose, bronchial) pollen exposure. For the masks to do their job, they need to fit correctly.ConclusionFace mask affects AR patients' quality of life and reduces AR symptoms' severity.https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/falgy.2023.1265394/fullface maskallergic rhinitissymptomsaeroallergensprevention |
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| title | Facial mask for prevention of allergic rhinitis symptoms |
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| title_short | Facial mask for prevention of allergic rhinitis symptoms |
| title_sort | facial mask for prevention of allergic rhinitis symptoms |
| topic | face mask allergic rhinitis symptoms aeroallergens prevention |
| url | https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/falgy.2023.1265394/full |
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