Anaphylaxis and epinephrine prescribing patterns in a military hospital: underutilization of the intramuscular route.

abstract：:Background: The current treatment for patients with aspirin-exacerbated respiratory disease (AERD) who have uncontrolled asthma or chronic rhinosinusitis is aspirin desensitization. For patients who are unable to undergo or do not benefit from aspirin desensitization, treatment with biologics is an option, although ef...

journal_title：Allergy and asthma proceedings

authors： Jean T,Eng V,Sheikh J,Kaplan MS,Goldberg B,Jau Yang S,Samant S

更新日期：2019-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Potentially (near) fatal asthma (PFA) defines a subset of patients with asthma who are at increased risk for death from their disease. The diagnosis of PFA should motivate treating physicians, health professionals, and patients to be more aggressive in the monitoring, treatment, and control of this high-risk type of a...

journal_title：Allergy and asthma proceedings

authors： Greenberger PA

更新日期：2019-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Background: Approximately 80% of patients with asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease incorrectly use a metered-dose inhaler and, therefore, fail to obtain full benefit from their inhaler medication. Beclomethasone dipropionate (BDP) hydrofluoroalkane, an inhalation aerosol administered via a breath-actuated...

journal_title：Allergy and asthma proceedings

authors： Mansfield LE,Hampel FC,Sfeir B,Small CJ,Walsh D,Dunphy L

更新日期：2019-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A case of solar urticaria is presented, followed by a discussion of the clinical characteristics, pathophysiology, diagnosis, and management of this disease. Special emphasis is given to clinical pearls and pitfalls for the practicing allergist. Solar urticaria is a physical urticaria that can be difficult to diagnose...

journal_title：Allergy and asthma proceedings

authors： Webb LM,Mikita CP

更新日期：2009-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:We evaluated the risk of asthma development in adult patients with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) in a nationwide population. METHODS:A retrospective cohort study was conducted by using data retrieved from the Taiwan National Health Insurance Research Database. Patients, ages 20 year or older, with newly d...

journal_title：Allergy and asthma proceedings

authors： Peng YH,Liao WC,Su CH,Chen HJ,Hsia TC,Chu CC,Liu CJ,Kao CH

更新日期：2015-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Several decades ago, the skin was considered to be little more than a simple barrier to dehydration, environmental toxins, and extrinsic bacteria; however, we now recognize that the skin is a complex immune organ that is fully integrated with the immune functions of the bone marrow, lymph nodes, liver, and spleen. Lym...

journal_title：Allergy and asthma proceedings

authors： Charlesworth EN

更新日期：1999-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Anti-IgE therapy with omalizumab, a recombinant humanized monoclonal antibody, has anti-inflammatory effects in allergic asthma and rhinitis. Although omalizumab has been exceptionally safe, reactions after its administration have been reported. The goal of this study was to assess two patients who experienced apparen...

journal_title：Allergy and asthma proceedings

authors： Price KS,Hamilton RG

更新日期：2007-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Prior studies comparing skin testing to serum-specific IgE testing for inhalant allergy focused on older technologies or small numbers of allergens. The purpose of this study was to compare ImmunoCAP (CAP) testing to skin prick testing (ST) for 53 inhalant allergens. Subjects > or =18 years old with chronic rhinitis a...

journal_title：Allergy and asthma proceedings

authors： Calabria CW,Dietrich J,Hagan L

更新日期：2009-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The role of Toll-like receptor (TLR) 2 in modulating allergy-induced asthma is contradictory. We investigated the effect of TLR2 gene deletion in a murine model of ovalbumin (OVA)-challenged asthma. TLR2 wild-type (TLR2(+/+)) and TLR2-deficient (TLR2(-/-)) mice were sensitized to soluble OVA antigens and challenged wi...

journal_title：Allergy and asthma proceedings

authors： Li X,Chen Q,Chu C,You H,Jin M,Zhao X,Zhu X,Zhou W,Ji W

更新日期：2014-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Suboptimal asthma control may be caused by a combination of factors, such as nonadherence to guidelines, lack of compliance, and poor asthma education. The aim was to assess patients' knowledge of asthma and different management strategies, including patients' attitudes toward involvement in treatment decisions. The p...

journal_title：Allergy and asthma proceedings

authors： Backer V,Ulrik CS,Harving H,Lange P,Søes-Petersen U,Plaschke PP

更新日期：2007-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Anaphylaxis associated with insect stings has been reported to cause approximately 40 deaths per year in the United States. Immunotherapy with venom extracts is a well-established method of treatment of allergy to insect stings. The duration of therapy is based mainly on the initial symptoms and the presence or absenc...

journal_title：Allergy and asthma proceedings

authors： Kim DC,Horan R

更新日期：2003-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Fever of unknown origin (FUO) is both a clinical and a diagnostic challenge. Furthermore, an FUO case with isolated marrow noncaseating granuloma can further confound diagnosis. However, these two findings together may help narrow down the pathological possibilities. This article presents a case report of FUO and lymp...

journal_title：Allergy and asthma proceedings

authors： Miller AC,Chacko T,Rashid RM,Ledford DK

更新日期：2007-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The epinephrine auto-injector has been widely used over a long period of time. Certain aspects of this therapy and demographic data, however, have not been well studied. This study investigates patient use and understanding of epinephrine auto-injector use. As part of an ongoing quality assurance program, we evaluated...

journal_title：Allergy and asthma proceedings

authors： Amirzadeh A,Verma P,Lee S,Klaustermeyer W

更新日期：2010-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Mast cells have been implicated in the pathogenesis of allergic diseases and in inflammatory responses associated with pathological immune and disease-related processes including fibrosis, autoimmune pathology, and neoplasia. Recent findings in animal models of bacterial infection also suggest that mast cells may have...

journal_title：Allergy and asthma proceedings

authors： Taylor ML,Metcalfe DD

更新日期：2001-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The use of complementary and alternative medicine has dramatically increased in the United States, which necessitates that physicians have knowledge of different modalities, possible benefits, and potential adverse reactions. Internet access and numerous magazines are available to patients for self-administration. Num...

journal_title：Allergy and asthma proceedings

authors： Frieri M

更新日期：2001-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To establish the relationship between vitamin D serum levels, pulmonary function, asthma control, and passive smoking exposure in children with asthma. METHODS:We studied the relationship between 25-hydroxy cholecalciferol (25[OH]D) concentrations and baseline spirometry and levels of asthma control, and the...

journal_title：Allergy and asthma proceedings

authors： Chinellato I,Piazza M,Sandri M,Paiola G,Tezza G,Boner AL

更新日期：2018-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:A history of penicillin allergy is associated with an increased risk of nosocomial infections because patients are exposed to non-beta lactam antibiotics. Ruling out inaccurate penicillin allergy during hospitalization decreases prescription of beta lactam antibiotics. However, the utilization of penicillin ...

journal_title：Allergy and asthma proceedings

authors： Sacco KA,Chirila R,Libertin C,Hiroto B,Bhasin A,Johnson MM,Pongdee T,Burton MC

更新日期：2018-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Defective nasal barrier function is implicated in allergic rhinitis, which results in persistent inflammation and clinical symptoms, among which congestion plays a prominent role. In searching ways to improve the efficacy of nasally applied drugs in this condition, we tested the hypothesis that hydroxypropyl...

journal_title：Allergy and asthma proceedings

authors： Valerieva A,Popov TA,Staevska M,Kralimarkova T,Petkova E,Valerieva E,Mustakov T,Lazarova T,Dimitrov V,Church MK

更新日期：2015-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Asthma is a clinical problem with social, psychological, and economic burdens. To improve patient disease management and quality of life (QOL), different education programs have been developed. The purpose of this study is to adapt and implement a community-based educational program for patients with asthma. A prospec...

journal_title：Allergy and asthma proceedings

authors： Petkova VB

更新日期：2008-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:An association between childhood allergic disease and parental psychological disorders has been reported. However, little is known about the relationship between childhood allergic disease and maternal depression. This study was performed to determine if there is an association between childhood allergic diseas...

journal_title：Allergy and asthma proceedings

authors： Kim CH,Kim SH,Lee JS

更新日期：2017-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Tacrolimus ointment is a topical immunomodulator. Currently, there is available evidence regarding the potential use of topical tacrolimus in a range of dermatological disorders. The aim of this study was to evaluate the efficacy and safety of tacrolimus ointment 0.1% for the nickel sulfate-induced steroid-resistant a...

journal_title：Allergy and asthma proceedings

authors： Pacor ML,Di Lorenzo G,Martinelli N,Mansueto P,Friso S,Pellitteri ME,Di Fede G,Rini G,Corrocher R

更新日期：2006-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Background: Baker's asthma (BA) is one of the most common causes of occupational asthma. Prevalence of BA varies from 3 to 24% in various studies; however, in our country, there are not enough data on its prevalence. Objective: The aim of this study was to evaluate wheat flour sensitivity and to determine the rate of ...

journal_title：Allergy and asthma proceedings

authors： Aydın Ö,Sözener ZÇ,Demirel YS,Seçil D,Mungan D

更新日期：2021-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:We presented a case of a male infant with annular patchy rash on his torso since 2 weeks of age. This was initially diagnosed as tinea corporis but did not respond to oral antifungal treatment. Because of the appearance of the rash and a history of a certain disease in a maternal aunt, we suspected the most probable c...

journal_title：Allergy and asthma proceedings

authors： Nassiri M,Bahna SL

更新日期：2017-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Fractional exhaled nitric oxide (FeNO) measurement is an important noninvasive tool for evaluating eosinophilic inflammation of the airways. However, measurement of online FeNO in elderly people may not be possible if they are unable to perform the expiratory maneuver. The offline FeNO test is an alternative method th...

journal_title：Allergy and asthma proceedings

authors： Hsu JY,Huang WC,Huang PL,Cheng YW,Chou MC

更新日期：2013-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Aspergilloma and invasive aspergillosis have been reported in HIV-infected individuals. Allergic Bronchopulmonary Aspergillosis (ABPA) is a lung disease marked by a hypersensitivity response to inhaled aspergillus species, most commonly Aspergillus fumigatus (Af). This manifestation of Af has previously not been repor...

journal_title：Allergy and asthma proceedings

authors： Jain M

更新日期：2000-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Asthma remains one of the most common diseases worldwide and results in significant societal health care costs and in morbidity and mortality to those afflicted. Despite currently available medications, 5-10% of patients with asthma have severe disease with debilitating symptoms and/or life-threatening exacerbations. ...

journal_title：Allergy and asthma proceedings

authors： Dunn R,Wechsler ME

更新日期：2015-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Olopatadine hydrochloride ophthalmic solution 0.2% (Pataday, Alcon) is a new formulation of olopatadine hydrochloride ophthalmic solution, the first topical ocular antiallergic agent indicated for once-daily dosing. The aim of this study was to evaluate the safety, efficacy, onset, and duration of action of olopatadin...

journal_title：Allergy and asthma proceedings

authors： Abelson MB,Gomes PJ,Pasquine T,Edwards MR,Gross RD,Robertson SM

更新日期：2007-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Outcomes research is becoming an integral part of the sweeping changes occurring in the U.S. health care system. By developing outcomes monitoring systems in allergic disorders, allergists will be able to collect information showing their commitment to excellent clinical care, which improves the patient's quality of l...

journal_title：Allergy and asthma proceedings

authors： Blaiss MS

更新日期：1996-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:T helper type 2 (Th2) cells play an important role in the onset and persistence of allergic airway inflammation. Consequently, many authors have attempted to identify cell surface markers associated with a Th2 phenotype. This work was aimed at correlating CD30 and CD57 expression on CD4(+) T cells with interleukin (IL...

journal_title：Allergy and asthma proceedings

authors： Rojas-Ramos E,Garfias Y,Jiménez-Martínez Mdel C,Martínez-Jiménez N,Zenteno E,Gorocica P,Lascurain R

更新日期：2007-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The effect of allergen avoidance on airway inflammation is similar to that observed with treatment with inhaled steroids, whereas inhaled steroids have no effect on oxidative stress-induced inflammation. OBJECTIVE:The aim of this study was to retrospectively evaluate the potential effect of an antioxidant d...

journal_title：Allergy and asthma proceedings

authors： Tenero L,Piazza M,Zanoni L,Bodini A,Peroni D,Piacentini GL

更新日期：2016-01-01 00:00:00