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Research Needs: Allergic Rhinitis References Introduction Summary Symptom based tool Skin-prick testing ARIA classification Asthma and rhinitis Immunotherapy Systemic steroids Avoidance and identification Allergic rhinitis Summary of Research Needs Diagnosis: Validation of symptom based tool for diagnosis in primary care - Priority Area Value of physical examination: How predictive and useful in primary care? What are the value of skin-prick testing and other tests? Are they feasible? ARIA Classification: is it useful in guiding prescribing in primary care? Treatment: Asthma and Rhinitis Link: Does treating rhinitis improve asthma symptoms? - Priority Area Immunotherapy: For which patients in primary care is it appropriate, safe and cost effective? What evidence is there for the safety and efficacy of systemic steroids in the treatment of rhinitis? Allergen avoidance and allergen identification: Does this have a role in the management of rhinitis?