Background Probiotics are live micro‐organisms that may give a beneficial physiological
effect when administered in adequate amounts. Some trials show that probiotic strains can …

The common cold is an acute, self-limiting viral infection of the upper respiratory tract
involving the nose, sinuses, pharynx and larynx. The virus is spread by hand contact with …

Objective This update of a 2007 guideline from the American Academy of Otolaryngology—
Head and Neck Surgery Foundation provides evidence-based recommendations to manage …

The methodology for EPOS2012 has been the same as for the other two productions.
Leaders in the field were invited to critically appraise the literature and write a report on a …

Evidence-based guidelines for the diagnosis and initial management of suspected acute
bacterial rhinosinusitis in adults and children were prepared by a multidisciplinary expert …

OBJECTIVE: To update the American Academy of Pediatrics clinical practice guideline
regarding the diagnosis and management of acute bacterial sinusitis in children and …

Background Acute upper respiratory tract infections (URTIs), including the common cold and
rhinosinusitis, are common afflictions that cause discomfort and debilitation and contribute …

Background Echinacea plant preparations (family Asteraceae) are widely used in Europe
and North America for common colds. Most consumers and physicians are not aware that …

Rhinosinusitis is one of the most commonly diagnosed diseases in the United States.
Analysis of the Centers for Disease Control and Preventionesponsored 2010 US National …

Cough is the most common symptom in respiratory specialist clinics of tertiary hospitals and
outpatient clinics of primary health care facilities. In China, patients with chronic cough …