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What type of nerve endings are responsible for nasal pruritus?
What type of nerve endings are responsible for nasal pruritus?
- Myelinated proprioceptor fibers
- Myelinated nociceptor A-fibers
- Myelinated nociceptor B-fibers
- Unmyelinated nociceptor C-fibers (correct)
Which receptor is associated with prominent sneezing in allergic rhinitis?
Which receptor is associated with prominent sneezing in allergic rhinitis?
- H1 receptor (correct)
- H2 receptor
- M3 receptor
- VIP receptor
What triggers sneezing and itching through TRP channels in allergic rhinitis?
What triggers sneezing and itching through TRP channels in allergic rhinitis?
- Neutral pH levels
- Alkaline pH levels
- Low pH levels (correct)
- High pH levels
Which type of nerve fibers innervate the nasal glands leading to rhinorrhea?
Which type of nerve fibers innervate the nasal glands leading to rhinorrhea?
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What causes engorgement of sinusoids in the inferior/middle turbinates and nasal septum in nasal congestion?
What causes engorgement of sinusoids in the inferior/middle turbinates and nasal septum in nasal congestion?
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What is responsible for nasal congestion without central reflex activity in allergic rhinitis?
What is responsible for nasal congestion without central reflex activity in allergic rhinitis?
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Which receptor leads to sympathetic vasoconstriction in allergic rhinitis?
Which receptor leads to sympathetic vasoconstriction in allergic rhinitis?
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What classification criteria are used for allergic rhinitis based on frequency?
What classification criteria are used for allergic rhinitis based on frequency?
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