Allergic rhinitis

Asthma is a chronic airway inflammatory disorder, with variable severity. The mainstay of asthma management is to control symptoms. Sometimes, asthma symptoms will not be controlled in spite of optimal treatment. Many associated conditions such as allergic rhinitis, gastroesophageal reflux disease, obesity, obstructive sleep apnoea, and psychological disturbances are among a few conditions seen concomitantly in patients with asthma, which can directly/indirectly have an impact on the disease process. Influences of comorbid conditions are variable and still uncertain, but many a time alters asthma responses to treatment. Evaluation and appropriate treatment of these comorbidities should be part of asthma management.