Fig. 2

Effect of AAT on the expression of NGF, IL-4, IL-5, IL-13 and IFN-γ protein in nasal mucosa of AR rats. Note: a The protein level of NGF, IL-4, IL-5, IL-13 and IFN-γ was detected by western blot. b The protein level of NGF was detected by Western blot. c The protein level of IL-4 was detected by Western blot. d The protein level of IL-5 was detected by Western blot. e The protein level of IL-13 was detected by Western blot. f The protein level of IFN-γ was detected by Western blot. The values represent the mean ± S.E.M (n = 3/group). Compared with M group, *P < 0.05, **P < 0.01, ***P < 0.001; compared with 1HG group, Significant differences #P < 0.05, ## P < 0.01, ###P < 0.001; 1HH, prescription NO.2 mixed with Honey; 1HG, prescription NO.1 mixed with fresh Ginger Juice; M group, model group; C group, control group; AAT, Acupoint Application Therapy; AR, allergic rhinitis; NGF, nerve growth factor