Fig. 3

Effect of AAT on the expression of NGF、IL-4 and IFN-γ protein in nasal mucosa of AR rats. Note: a Effect of AAT on NGF protein expression in nasal mucosa with Olympus microscope. b The effects of Acupoint Application Therapy on mast cells localization of IL-4 with Olympus microscope. c The effects of Acupoint Application Therapy on mast cells localization of IFN-γ with Olympus microscope. The values represent the mean ± S.E.M (n = 3/group). Compared with M group, Significant differences *P < 0.05, **P < 0.01, ***P < 0.001; compared with 1HG group, Significant differences ^#P < 0.05, ^##P < 0.01, ^###P < 0.001; AAT, Acupoint Application Therapy; AR, allergic rhinitis; NGF, nerve growth factor; 1HH, prescription NO.2 mixed with Honey; 1HG, prescription NO.1 mixed with fresh Ginger Juice; M group, model group; C group, control group