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Food Allergy-Related Disorder Linked To Master Allergy Gene
WHAT: Scientists have identified a region of a human chromosome that is associated with eosinophilic esophagitis (EoE), a recently recognized allergic disease. People with EoE frequently have difficulty eating or may be allergic to one or more foods. This study further suggests that a suspected so-called master allergy gene may play a role in the development of this rare but debilitating disorder...
Gene Site Found For A Children's Food Allergy
Pediatrics researchers have identified the first major gene location responsible for a severe, often painful type of food allergy called eosinophilic esophagitis (EoE). In this disease, which may cause weight loss, vomiting, heartburn and swallowing difficulties, a patient may be unable to eat a wide variety of foods...
Gluten Intolerance In Finland Has Doubled
The occurrence of gluten intolerance in the Finnish population has doubled in the past twenty years. In the early 1980s, about one per cent of adults in Finland had gluten intolerance, but the figure has since gone up to two per cent by the 2000s. "We've already seen a similar trend emerge earlier on where allergies and certain autoimmune disorders are concerned...
Research Findings Presented At American Academy Of Allergy Asthma & Immunology
Dozens of National Jewish Health faculty presented their latest research findings at the annual meeting of the American Academy of Allergy Asthma & Immunology in New Orleans Feb 27-March 2, 2010. Below are several noteworthy presentations...
Merck Reports Results Of Phase III Study Of Investigational Oral Allergy Immunotherapy Tablet (AIT) In Patients Ages 5-17 With Grass Pollen Allergy
In new data from a Phase III study in 345 children and adolescents (ages 5-17 years), patients with grass pollen allergic rhinoconjunctivitis treated with Merck's investigational sublingual grass (Phleum Pratense) allergy immunotherapy tablet (AIT) showed a 26 percent greater improvement in the total combined score (daily symptom score and daily medication score), compared to p...
Nad's Launches New Hypoallergenic Facial Hair Removal Strips
Nad's, the Hair Removal Experts, have announced the full national launch of new Hypoallergenic Facial Hair Removal Strips. The product comes packaged with 24 strips for the face and is available now at a special launch discount of 40% off at the Nad's online store. Also, to celebrate the launch, all other Nad's products are 30% off during the month of March. Customers can visit http://www.nads...
Phadia Announces Plans To Continue Development Of Allergen Component Tests
Today, at the 2010 Annual Meeting of The American Academy of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology (AAAAI) Phadia, the world leader in in vitro allergy diagnostics, announced plans to provide access for specialists to peanut allergen components...
The 2010 Annual Meeting Of The American Academy Of Allergy, Asthma And Immunology: News
Easting Egg Allergies With Eggs Oral immunotherapy study at Hopkins Children's shows it works Children with egg allergies who consume increasingly higher doses of egg protein - the very nutrient they react to - appear to gradually overcome their allergies, tolerating eggs better over time and with milder symptoms, according to research conducted at Johns Hopkins Children'...
Celiac Disease Genes Identified In Immune System
A UK-led international study has identified four types of genetic disturbance in the immune system that lead to celiac disease, bringing to 40 the total number of known inherited factors that increase a person's risk of developing the disease...
New Research Suggests Link Between Climate Change And Outdoor Allergies
Climate changes may affect many aspects of human health, including respiratory allergic diseases such as allergic rhinitis (hay fever), according to a study being presented at the 2010 Annual Meeting of the American Academy of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology (AAAAI)...
Oral Immunotherapy Has Potential For Treating Egg Allergic Children
Could a treatment for egg allergy be on the horizon? Late-breaking research presented at the 2010 Annual Meeting of the American Academy of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology (AAAAI) shows promising results for parents of egg allergic children...
Can Folate And Food Allergen Intake During Pregnancy Put Your Child At Risk For Allergies Or Asthma?
It has long been known that the choices you make during pregnancy can have a lasting impact, but new research shows that certain behaviors could influence whether your child will develop food allergies or asthma...
Is Anaphylaxis Triggered By Eating Meat More Common Than We Think?
According to research presented at the 2010 Annual Meeting of the American Academy of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology (AAAAI), a carbohydrate in meat called alpha-gal is an under recognized culprit in patients with recurring anaphylaxis...
Avoiding Dairy Due To Lactose Intolerance Is Unnecessary In Most Cases
People may avoid milk and other dairy products due to concerns about lactose intolerance, but eliminating these nutrient-rich foods may not only be unnecessary to manage the condition - it could impact diet and health, concludes a panel of experts assembled by the National Institutes of Health (NIH)...
Most Patients With A History Of Anaphylaxis To Penicillin Can Take Cephalosporins
According to new research presented at the 2010 Annual Meeting of the American Academy of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology (AAAAI), most patients who reported a history of anaphylaxis to penicillin can safely take cephalosporins. Cephalosporins, which are the most frequently prescribed class of antibiotics, are related to penicillin in their structure, uses and effects...
Research Gets Closer To A Test For Tolerating Milk Products
New research is leading the way to a test to distinguish children who can tolerate baked-milk products from those who cannot tolerate any form of cow's milk. Previous research in The Journal of Allergy and Clinical Immunology reported that up to 75% of children with milk allergy can tolerate heated milk...
Will Peanut Allergy Soon Be Treatable?
Two studies presented at the 2010 Annual Meeting of the American Academy of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology (AAAAI) examine the use of oral immunotherapy in peanut allergic children and continue to add hope that a treatment may be on the horizon. Both were completed by researchers at Duke University and the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences...
Annual Meeting Of The American Academy Of Allergy, Asthma And Immunology
WHAT: The 2010 Annual Meeting of the American Academy of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology (AAAAI) brings together leading allergists and immunologists from around the world. WHO: Scientists supported by the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID), part of the National Institutes of Health, will be presenting their latest research findings at the AAAAI Annual Meeting...
What Is Lactose Intolerance? What Causes Lactose Intolerance?
Lactose intolerance, also called lactase deficiency, occurs when the body cannot break down and absorb lactose. It is the inability to metabolize lactose because of a lack of the required enzyme lactase in the digestive system. A person with this problem is unable to fully digest the milk sugar (lactose) in dairy products. Lactose is a natural sugar that is found in milk...
The Enemy Within - Food Allergies
The guidance document is the result of several years of negotiation by a high-level collaboration of experts from regulatory agencies representing Canada, USA, Australia, Japan, the European Union, academic research institutions, and food allergen test-kit manufacturers, under the auspices of the AOAC (Association of Analytical Communities) Presidential Taskforce on Food Allergens...
Allegheny General Hospital Study Demonstrates Safety And Potential Efficacy Of Oral Allergy Treatment
An oral allergy treatment administered in drops under the tongue is a safe and effective alternative to injections for adults who are allergic to ragweed pollen, according to a study published in the Journal of Allergy and Clinical Immunology by allergic disease specialist at Allegheny General Hospital. Widely used in Europe, but not yet approved by the U.S...
Circassia Achieves Positive Phase II Clinical Results With Ragweed Allergy T-Cell Vaccine
Circassia Ltd, a specialty biopharmaceutical company focused on allergy, announced that its ToleroMune(R) ragweed allergy T-cell vaccine achieved positive results in a recently completed phase II clinical trial. Ragweed allergy is particularly common in America, where it affects approximately 25% of the population...
When Is A Wheat Allergy Not A Wheat Allergy?
In response to the media hysteria over the 'millions who wrongly think they have food allergy', allergy writer and editor of the massive food allergy/intolerance website, http://www.foodsmatter.com Michelle Berriedale-Johnson, puts the case as it really is...
Association Discovered Between Eczema In Early Childhood And Psychological Problems In Children At Age 10 Years
Eczema in early childhood may influence behavior and mental health later in life. This is a key finding of a prospective birth cohort study to which scientists of Helmholtz Zentrum Munchen contributed...
Dangers Of Older Allergy Drugs Often Underestimated And Overlooked
A joint GA²LEN /EAACI report to be published in "Allergy" and available online on 8 February reviews new data on the treatment of allergies with older antihistamines compared with newer, second-generation H1-antihistamines. The research was funded by GA²LEN, an EU-funded Network of Excellence...
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