Predictive factors to differentiate between allergic and nonallergic rhinitis in children.

Background: Although symptoms and signs of allergic rhinitis (AR) and nonallergic rhinitis (NAR) are similar, treatment and follow-up are different. We aimed to find predictive factors that can be used in primary health care to differentiate AR from NAR.

Methods: We made a retrospective analysis of cases aged 6-18 years old who were diagnosed as having chronic rhinitis within a 1-year period.

When should we perform a repeat training on adrenaline auto-injector use for physician trainees?

Background: Studies demonstrate that both doctors and patients may use adrenaline auto-injector improperly and the usage skills are improved by training. In this study, we aimed to determine the appropriate frequency of training to maintain skills for adrenaline auto-injector use.

Methods: We invited all interns of 2011-2012 training period.

A Case of Food Protein-Induced Enterocolitis Triggered by Wheat.

Food protein-induced enterocolitis syndrome (FPIES) is an under-recognized and frequently misdiagnosed non-IgE-mediated gastrointestinal food hypersensitivity disorder. We describe the first case of FPIES only to wheat confirmed by an oral food challenge (OFC). The male patient, who was breast fed for the first 2 months, and then was feeding with cow's milk-based formula until he became 4.