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Not all shellfish “allergy” is allergy! [PDF]
AbstractThe popularity of shellfish has been increasing worldwide, with a consequent increase in adverse reactions that can be allergic or toxic. The approximate prevalence of shellfish allergy is estimated at 0.5‐2.5% of the general population, depending on degree of consumption by age and geographic regions.
Chee K Woo, Sami L. Bahna
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The Standards of Care Committee of the British Society for Allergy and Clinical Immunology (BSACI) and a committee of experts and key stakeholders have developed this guideline for the evaluation and testing of patients with an unsubstantiated label of ...
L. Savic+16 more
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Investigation on self-reported food allergy and its familial aggregation among college students
ObjectiveTo analyze the familial aggregation of college students′ self-reported food allergy in college students, provide baseline information on the prevalence of food allergy in college students and theoretical basis for preventing, treating and ...
FENG Hua, LIU Yong, WU Yongning
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Background The entire school community contributes to the safety of students with food allergy. We sought to determine the food allergy perceptions and education needs of parents, students and school staff, with the goal of enhancing food allergy ...
Nancy Ross+6 more
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BackgroundFood allergy is an increasing health concern. Studies have shown that food allergy knowledge is lacking among people, especially in areas related to distinction between food allergy and intolerance, symptoms recognition, and current means of ...
Abdulrahman Ahmad Takrouni+17 more
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Burden and socioeconomics of asthma, allergic rhinitis, atopic dermatitis and food allergy
Introduction Asthma, allergic rhinitis, atopic dermatitis, and food allergy affect approximately 20% of the global population. Few studies describe the burden of the totality of these diseases and only a handful studies provide a comprehensive overview ...
B. Dierick+6 more
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Peanut allergy:effect of environmental peanut exposure in children with filaggrin loss-of-function mutations [PDF]
BackgroundFilaggrin (FLG) loss-of-function mutations lead to an impaired skin barrier associated with peanut allergy. Household peanut consumption is associated with peanut allergy, and peanut allergen in household dust correlates with household peanut ...
Bartnikas+44 more
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The effects of climate change on respiratory allergy and asthma induced by pollen and mold allergens
The impact of climate change on the environment, biosphere, and biodiversity has become more evident in the recent years. Human activities have increased atmospheric concentrations of carbon dioxide (CO2) and other greenhouse gases. Change in climate and
G. D'Amato+16 more
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An online, peer-mentored food allergy education program improves children’s and parents’ confidence
Background Children with food allergy, and their families experience substantial burdens because of efforts necessary to minimize the risk of anaphylaxis. To this end, peer-to-peer education is paramount.
Ranjit Dhanjal+5 more
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What proportion of adult allergy referrals to secondary care could be dealt with in primary care by a GP with special interest? [PDF]
Background: The concept of a General Practitioner with Special Interest (GPwSI) was first proposed in the 2000 National Health Service Plan, as a way of providing specialised treatment closer to the patient’s home and reducing hospital waiting times ...
A Bowling+8 more
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