Method
We undertook a comprehensive scoping review of the literature addressing respiratory allergies and chronic throat complaints. Recognizing the challenges posed by inconsistent terminology and the topic’s underrepresentation, our approach was iterative and adaptive.
We utilized an array of keyword and search string combinations, including specific terms for respiratory allergies such as ’airway allergy’, ’asthma’, ’allergic rhinitis’, and ’allergic laryngitis’. For chronic throat symptoms, we incorporated key terms such as ’dysphonia’, ’globus sensation’, ’dysphagia’, and ’irritable larynx’.
When exploring therapeutic strategies, we expanded our search to include key treatment terms, for example ’inhalers’, ’antihistamines’, ‘immunotherapy’ and ’leukotriene antagonists’.
Our iterative search process was supplemented by manual citation analysis from shortlisted studies. This continued until no additional pertinent studies emerged. The primary author initially screened studies by title and abstract. Final study inclusion was determined through a consensus review, ensuring relevance to our research focus.