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E. Removing or avoiding the offending allergens, such as pollen,
cats, dust mites, and mold can be an effective method of treatment.
Topical mast cell stabilizers/antihistamines provide quick
relief of itching, redness, tearing, and swelling. They inhibit
release of mediators from mast cells and have a long duration
of action. They may be used BID as other topical agents may
need to be used up to QID, and they are indicated for children
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4. Immunotherapy is appropriate
for patients with AC.
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A. True. As
in allergic rhinitis, immunotherapy can be disease-modifying
in patients with AC. Patients should be referred to a
specialist if they have chronic or re-occurring moderate to
severe symptoms, show lack of improvement with other
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