Diagnostic points and treatment of recurrent polychondritis Based on the typical clinical presentation and laboratory tests if there is a possibility of recurrent polychondritis, it can be diagnosed according to McAdam’s criteria in 1976: ① Bilateral otolaryngitis ② Non-erosive polyarthritis ③ Nasal chondritis ④ Ophthalmia (including conjunctivitis keratitis sclerositis superficial sclerositis and uveitis, etc.) ⑤ Laryngeal and or tracheal chondritis ⑥ Cochlear and or vestibular damage, manifested as Hearing loss tinnitus and vertigo. The diagnosis can be confirmed by three or more of the above criteria and confirmed by pathological biopsy. If the clinical manifestations are obvious, not every patient needs to undergo cartilage biopsy, and the clinical diagnosis can be made. Treatment plan and principles 1. General treatment: bed rest during acute attack! Give a liquid or semi-liquid diet depending on the condition to avoid pain in the epiglottis and larynx, pay attention to keep the airway unobstructed to prevent asphyxia, and sedation can be used appropriately for those who are irritable! to maintain adequate sleep. 2.Medication: non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs; hormones; immunosuppressants; aminophene, etc. 3, Chinese medicine treatment.