This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: Nose and paranasal sinuses, Subject name: ENT
[{'content': 'Allergic salute is seen in? \nSelect and explain. \nA. Allergic rhinitis, B. Chronic sinusitis, C. Nasal Myiasis, D. Chronic conjunctivitis', 'role': 'user'}, {'content': 'Answer: A \nExplanation: Clinical features of Allergic rhinitis : Nasal signs: include transverse nasal crease - a black line across the middle of the dorsum of the nose due to constant upward rubbing of nose simulating a salute - ALLERGIC SALUTE, pale and oedematous nasal mucosa which may appear bluish. Ocular signs: include oedema of lids, congestion and cobblestone appearance of the conjunctiva and dark circles under the eyes - ALLERGIC SHINERS Otologic signs include retracted tympanic membrane or serous otitis media as a result of eustachian tube block. Pharyngeal signs: include granular pharyngitis due to hyperplasia of submucosal lymphoid tissue. A child with perennial allergic rhinitis may show all the features of prolonged mouth breathing as seen in the adenoid hyperplasia. Laryngeal signs: include hoarseness and oedema of the vocal cords. (Ref: Diseases of Ear, Nose and Throat and head and neck surgery, PL Dhingra, 7th edition, Pg no. 187)', 'role': 'assistant'}]