Twenty years after index reaction: Recall phenomenon with anaphylactic reaction upon intradermal test with low molecular weight heparins
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Source: Allergo Journal International - July 19, 2021 Category: Allergy & Immunology Source Type: research
Correction to: Targeted micronutrition for allergic patients —possible applications of a food for special medical purposes
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Source: Allergo Journal International - July 19, 2021 Category: Allergy & Immunology Source Type: research
Face masks suitable for preventing COVID-19 and pollen allergy. A study in the exposure chamber
ConclusionWearing a mask during pollen season can be recommended as an effective nondrug option for people with a pollen allergy. (Source: Allergo Journal International)
Source: Allergo Journal International - July 14, 2021 Category: Allergy & Immunology Source Type: research
Answers to burning questions for clinical allergologists related to the new COVID-19 vaccines
ConclusionThe data available so far do not show a significantly increased risk of immediate-type allergic reactions in atopic persons. In almost all cases, atopic patients can be vaccinated without problems. Standardized follow-up tests after suspected allergic reactions or CARPA-mediated reactions are currently limited. (Source: Allergo Journal International)
Source: Allergo Journal International - July 14, 2021 Category: Allergy & Immunology Source Type: research
Nutrition therapy in peanut allergy
ConclusionThis requires close cooperation between pediatricians or allergists, allergy-experienced nutritionists or dieticians and ideally psychologists. Furthermore, the membership of a patient organization and the participation of affected persons and their environment in training measures (e.g. anaphylaxis training) is useful. (Source: Allergo Journal International)
Source: Allergo Journal International - June 21, 2021 Category: Allergy & Immunology Source Type: research
Immunologically relevant aspects of the new COVID-19 vaccines —an ÖGAI (Austrian Society for Allergology and Immunology) and AeDA (German Society for Applied Allergology) position paper
ConclusionDespite the need for a patient-specific risk–benefit assessment, the consensus among experts is that patients with immunological diseases in particular benefit from the induced immune protection after COVID-19 vaccination and do not have an increased risk of side effects. (Source: Allergo Journal International)
Source: Allergo Journal International - June 18, 2021 Category: Allergy & Immunology Source Type: research
Use of telemedicine by practising allergists before and during the SARS-CoV-2 pandemic
ConclusionThe use of telemedical services, especially video consultations, increased significantly during the SARS-CoV ‑2 pandemic in Germany. The majority of respondents perceive the implementation as positive and can imagine continuing to use telemedical methods after the end of the pandemic. (Source: Allergo Journal International)
Source: Allergo Journal International - June 11, 2021 Category: Allergy & Immunology Source Type: research
Targeted micronutrition for allergic patients —possible applications of a food for special medical purposes
SummaryA novel and recently launched food for special medical purposes was discussed by a multidisciplinary expert panel as an option for allergic patients. The newly developed lozenge contains the whey protein beta-lactoglobulin (BLG) as well as the micronutrients iron, zinc and vitamin A. BLG loaded w ith ligands (holo-BLG) is discussed as one factor of the allergy-protective farm effect in numerous scientific studies. Further studies reveal that holo-BLG shuttles its ligands specifically to immune cells, where it balances the specific nutrient demand and can thus lead to immune resilience. Based on the scientific b...
Source: Allergo Journal International - May 19, 2021 Category: Allergy & Immunology Source Type: research
The farm effect revisited: from β-lactoglobulin with zinc in cowshed dust to its application
ConclusionIt seems obvious that in addition to microbes and their products, holo-BLG also plays an important role in the protective farm effect. Therefore, in a newly developed lozenge for dietary management of allergies, based on the farm effect, zinc attached to holo-BLG is one of the key ingredients. (Source: Allergo Journal International)
Source: Allergo Journal International - May 6, 2021 Category: Allergy & Immunology Source Type: research
Anaphylaxis: subjective symptom reports of patients with a special focus on “near-death” experiences
SummaryAlmost all anaphylactic reactions are associated with subjective symptoms, which are also referred to “prodromi”, and are often not taken seriously. In 100 patients categorized with different severity grades, subjective symptoms were investigated in a personal interview with free/open questions regarding subjective feelings and symptoms (duration 5–90 min). After the interview, the patient s were asked to complete a questionnaire about the exact occurrence of the reaction. Special focus was given to near-death experiences in severe reactions. Patients described feelings of “elevation”, “looking at t...
Source: Allergo Journal International - April 21, 2021 Category: Allergy & Immunology Source Type: research
Compensating functional iron deficiency in patients with allergies with targeted micronutrition
SummaryIron deficiency is associated with atopy. Iron deficiency during pregnancy increases the risk of atopic diseases in children, while both allergic children and adults are more likely to have iron deficiency anemia. Immunologically, iron deficiency leads to activation of antigen-presenting cells, promotion of Th2 cells and enables antibody class switch in B cells. In addition, iron deficiency primes mast cells for degranulation, while an increase in their iron content inhibits their degranulation. Many allergens, especially those with lipocalin and lipocalin-like protein structures, are able to bind iron and either ...
Source: Allergo Journal International - April 20, 2021 Category: Allergy & Immunology Source Type: research
Practical handling of allergic reactions to COVID-19 vaccines
ConclusionAllergy testing is not necessary for the vast majority of allergic patients prior to COVID-19 vaccination with currently licensed vaccines. In case of allergic/anaphylactic reactions after vaccination, allergy workup is recommended, as it is for a small potential risk population prior to the first vaccination. Evaluation and approval of diagnostic tests should be done for this purpose. (Source: Allergo Journal International)
Source: Allergo Journal International - April 19, 2021 Category: Allergy & Immunology Source Type: research
Environmental factors: a “missing link” in COVID-19
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Source: Allergo Journal International - April 9, 2021 Category: Allergy & Immunology Source Type: research
Real-life safety study of an accelerated cluster immunotherapy with a house dust mite native extract in patients with allergic rhinitis or rhinoconjunctivitis
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Source: Allergo Journal International - March 15, 2021 Category: Allergy & Immunology Source Type: research
Expert consensus on practical aspects in the treatment of chronic urticaria
DiscussionThese supporting treatment recommendations serve as an addendum to the current CU guideline and provide support in dealing with CU patients in everyday practice. The aim is to ensure that patients suffering from CU achieve complete freedom of symptoms with the help of an optimal therapy. (Source: Allergo Journal International)
Source: Allergo Journal International - February 24, 2021 Category: Allergy & Immunology Source Type: research
