Bird-egg syndrome: a variant of secondary food allergies
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Source: Allergo Journal International - September 22, 2017 Category: Allergy & Immunology Source Type: research
The benefit of molecular diagnostics in allergic rhinitis
DiscussionIn spite of the immense expansion of our knowledge in the field of component-resolved diagnostics, the clinical relevance of molecular findings still needs to be consistently assessed on the basis of the individual patient ’s symptoms. This paper is intended to provide a guide to—and highlight possible courses of action when—making appropriate use of individual components in the diagnosis of allergic rhinitis. (Source: Allergo Journal International)
Source: Allergo Journal International - September 18, 2017 Category: Allergy & Immunology Source Type: research
Current concepts in eosinophilic esophagitis
ConclusionResearch in recent years has contributed to a better understanding of the disease spectrum and pathogenesis of EoE, including genetic dispositions, thereby laying the foundation for innovative treatment approaches. (Source: Allergo Journal International)
Source: Allergo Journal International - September 13, 2017 Category: Allergy & Immunology Source Type: research
Abstracts of the 12th German Allergy Congress
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Source: Allergo Journal International - September 11, 2017 Category: Allergy & Immunology Source Type: research
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Source: Allergo Journal International - September 11, 2017 Category: Allergy & Immunology Source Type: research
New aspects in allergy education with special emphasis on anaphylaxis
AbstractBackgroundInterdisciplinary anaphylaxis education programs have been performed in Germany and Austria since 2007 according to the program of the Working Group on Anaphylaxis Training and Education (AGATE, “Arbeitsgemeinschaft Anaphylaxie Training und Edukation”), as well as in Switzerland with similar content. The basic units of education have been developed from a standardized guideline-based manu al, which is continuously updated and is currently being converted into a modular system.MethodsIn June 2016, an expert meeting took place in Davos, Switzerland, under the auspices of the Christine K ühne Center...
Source: Allergo Journal International - August 30, 2017 Category: Allergy & Immunology Source Type: research
The pollator: a personal pollen sampling device
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Source: Allergo Journal International - August 30, 2017 Category: Allergy & Immunology Source Type: research
Current diagnostics in NSAID hypersensitivity
AbstractNon-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAID) are the second most common trigger of drug hypersensitivity in adults and children and are considered the most common or second most common cause of drug-induced anaphylaxis. NSAID hypersensitivity reactions are classified according to the latency of symptoms in relation to ingestion and on the basis of symptoms, potential underlying disease (chronic urticaria, bronchial asthma/chronic rhinosinusitis/nasal polyps), cross-reactivity to other NSAID, and the suspected pathomechanism. The diagnosis and management of NSAID hypersensitivity depend on the confirmed or suspecte...
Source: Allergo Journal International - August 22, 2017 Category: Allergy & Immunology Source Type: research
Long-term efficacy of specific subcutaneous, short-term MPL adjuvant immunotherapy over three treatment and three follow-up years, as measured by quality of life
ConclusionShort-term MPL adjuvant therapy showed good efficacy at 3 years following treatment completion and is suited to the long-term improvement of patient QoL. (Source: Allergo Journal International)
Source: Allergo Journal International - July 25, 2017 Category: Allergy & Immunology Source Type: research
Psychogenic nonepileptic seizure (PNES) mimicking acute anaphylactic reaction
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Source: Allergo Journal International - June 8, 2017 Category: Allergy & Immunology Source Type: research
Course of respiratory allergy by treatment strategy based on German routine data
ConclusionsResults of detailed analysis of diagnoses reflect the alternating nature of allergic diseases. Although limited by accuracy of documentation and the lack of clinical information, the comparison of treatment strategies shows some advantages of immunotherapy regarding course of disease and asthma medication use. (Source: Allergo Journal International)
Source: Allergo Journal International - May 30, 2017 Category: Allergy & Immunology Source Type: research
Insects and arachnids as elicitors of toxic and allergic reactions in Germany
ConclusionHymenoptera stings are the most common cause of systemic allergic reactions, while ants also need to be borne in mind in tropical and subtropical countries. Other insects rarely cause anaphylactic reactions. In this part of the world, numerous other insects may be the cause of local sting reactions. (Source: Allergo Journal International)
Source: Allergo Journal International - May 23, 2017 Category: Allergy & Immunology Source Type: research
Allergic reactions to antibiotics – two sides of the same coin: clearly diagnose or reliably rule out
ConclusionsThorough diagnostic investigation of possible allergy to antibiotics both allows antibiotic allergy to be reliably diagnosed (in the event of a positive outcome) and, if the results are negative, enables the further use of major groups of antibiotics. It also helps to reduce the unnecessary application of reserve antibiotics. (Source: Allergo Journal International)
Source: Allergo Journal International - May 22, 2017 Category: Allergy & Immunology Source Type: research
Pollen-related food allergy: an update
ConclusionThe diagnosis of pollen-related food allergy has seen significant advances in recent years in the wake of component-resolved/molecular allergology, thereby, enabling reliable identification. Treatment comprises dietary counseling and the prescription of emergency medication. In addition, allergen-specific immunotherapy for cross-reactive pollen allergens appears to positively affect concomitant food allergies in some patients. (Source: Allergo Journal International)
Source: Allergo Journal International - May 5, 2017 Category: Allergy & Immunology Source Type: research
Mast cell diseases in patients with insect venom allergy: implications for diagnosis and therapy
ConclusionThe determination of baseline serum tryptase (bST) and an examination of the skin are recommended in all adult patients with a previous history of systemic sting reactions. Patients with mastocytosis of the skin and/or bST elevated above 20 µg/l should always undergo further investigation. If bST is elevated in the absence of mastocytosis, or if a more accurate diagnosis of the mast cell disease is relevant, a so-cal led liquid biopsy can be performed, enabling a KIT mutation (tyrosine kinase receptor) to be investigated in peripheral blood. Bone marrow biopsy, bone density measurement, and upper abdomina...
Source: Allergo Journal International - May 4, 2017 Category: Allergy & Immunology Source Type: research
