Involvement of PU.1 in Mast Cell/Basophil-Specific Function of the Human IL1RL1/ST2 Promoter
Background: The human IL1RL1/ST2 gene encodes IL33 receptor. Recently, IL33 has been recognized as a key molecule for the development of Th2 response. Although mast cells and basophils are major targets of IL33 and play important roles in IL33-mediated ...
Yosuke Baba +11 more
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Independent and interactive effects of eye rubbing and atopy on keratoconus
PurposeTo evaluate the independent and interactive effects of eye rubbing and atopy on keratoconus (KC) in central China.MethodsA total of 330 KC patients and 330 controls were recruited in the case-control study.
Kaili Yang +5 more
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FADS Gene Cluster Polymorphisms: Important Modulators of Fatty Acid Levels and Their Impact on Atopic Diseases [PDF]
Long-chain polyunsaturated fatty acids (LC-PUFAs) play an important role in several physiological processes and their concentration in phospholipids has been associated with several complex diseases, such as atopic disease.
Heinrich, Joachim +3 more
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Effect of urban vs. rural residence on the association between atopy and wheeze in Latin America: findings from a case-control analysis. [PDF]
BACKGROUND: The association between atopy and asthma is attenuated in non-affluent populations, an effect that may be explained by childhood infections such as geohelminths.
Barreto, ML +7 more
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A comprehensive analysis of interleukin-4 receptor polymorphisms and their association with atopy and IgE regulation in childhood [PDF]
Background: The interleukin (IL) 4/IL13 pathway is involved in the regulation of IgE production associated with atopic diseases. Numerous polymorphisms have been identified in the coding region of the IL4 receptor alpha chain (IL4Ra) and previous ...
Carr, David +7 more
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Allergic Disorders in Africa and Africans: Is it Primarily a Priority? [PDF]
In Africa, the burden of some diseases has been a problem for centuries. The spectrum of African diseases includes allergies, infections, nutritional deficiencies, and natural disasters.
Adams +80 more
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Estimation of Atopy and Allergies Among Sudanese Children with Asthma
Background: Bronchial asthma is a chronic respiratory problem characterized by a reversible hyper-responsive airway obstruction that is provoked by allergens, infections, or nonspecific triggers.
Amani Elgadal, Omaima Nail
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The Correlation between Atopy Level and Asthma Manifestation in Children 3-10 Years of Age at The Pulmonary Community Health Center (Bbkpm) Surakarta, Central Java [PDF]
Background: Asthma is a chronic inflammation of the airways that involves many cells and their elements. In Indonesia, the incidence of asthma in children ranges from 2 to 30% and it causes the loss of child’s school days.
Rahayuningrum, I. O. (Indriyati) +2 more
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Anti-CD321 antibody immunotherapy protects liver against ischemia and reperfusion-induced injury
The prognosis of the liver transplant patients was frequently deteriorated by ischemia and reperfusion injury (IRI) in the liver. Infiltration of inflammatory cells is reported to play critical roles in the pathogenesis of hepatic IRI.
Enzhi Yin +10 more
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Development and preliminary validation of a new screening questionnaire for identifying atopic children [PDF]
Background: Allergic diseases represent a frequent and increasing condition affecting children. A screening questionnaire allowing an easy identification of children with symptoms of allergic diseases may improve management and clinical outcome.
BRUSCOLINI, ALICE +5 more
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