Position statement of the Brazilian Academy of Rhinology on the use of antihistamines, antileukotrienes, and oral corticosteroids in the treatment of inflammatory sinonasal diseases.

Introduction: Inflammatory conditions of the nose and paranasal sinuses are very prevalent in the general population, resulting in marked loss of quality of life in affected patients, as well as significant work, leisure, and social activity losses. These patients require specific and specialized treatment. A wide range of oral medications are available.

Sensitization Profile to Allergens in Patients Using Multi-Test II.

Introduction Medical intervention in allergies has broadened its perspective, also focusing in the quality of life of patients. Patients are instructed, before using pharmacotherapy agents, to avoid the causal agent. Objective This study aims to analyze the sensitization profile of patients with allergic complaints and identify possible characteristics specific to each age group and gender.

Allergen-specific immunotherapy in patients 55 years and older: results and review of literature.

Introduction Over the years the immune system suffers many morphologic and functional alterations, which result in a peak of function in puberty and a gradual decrease in the elderly. Aim Treat patients 55 years or older with allergic rhinitis with immunotherapy and then analyze the response to allergens. Materials and Methods From June 2009 to July 2010, 104 charts of patients 55 years or older with allergic complaints were evaluated.

Surgical treatment of the sunken upper eyelid.

The youthful upper eyelid shows no depression because the orbital contents are firm and the eyelids are tightly stretched across the bony socket. With progressive aging, there is skeletonization of the orbit as the periorbital tissues undergo laxity or absorption. With aging, hollowing of the eyes results in a deep upper eyelid sulcus.