Concentrations of natural rubber latex (NRL) allergens Hev b1, 3, 5 and 602 in NRL gloves capable of causing positive skin prick test (SPT) reactions in NRL-allergic subjects

2002 ◽  
Vol 109 (1) ◽  
pp. S332-S332 ◽  
Author(s):  
Timo Palosuo ◽  
Kristiina Turjanmaa ◽  
Vladimir Ovod ◽  
Tytti Kärkkäinen ◽  
Katja Frisk ◽  
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1995 ◽  
Vol 109 (11) ◽  
pp. 1094-1096 ◽  
Author(s):  
V. Kujala ◽  
T. Pirilä ◽  
A. Niinimäki ◽  
K. Reijula

AbstractA case of occupational rhinitis in association with natural rubber latex hypersensitivity is presented. In the nasal provocation test for natural rubber latex glove powder the nurse experienced rhinorrhoea. A significant increase in the amount of nasal secretion and mucosal oedema could be detected. The patient also showed a positive skin prick test to natural rubber latex allergens, and an elevated natural rubber specific IgE level in her serum. This, to our knowledge, has not been previously reported in the literature.


Allergy ◽  
1998 ◽  
Vol 53 (1) ◽  
pp. 59-67 ◽  
Author(s):  
T. Palosuo ◽  
S. Mäkinen-Kiljunen ◽  
H. Alenius ◽  
T. Reunala ◽  
E. Yip ◽  
...  

2009 ◽  
Vol 60 (1) ◽  
pp. 99-107 ◽  
Author(s):  
Biserka Radošević-Vidaček ◽  
Adrijana Košćec ◽  
Marija Bakotić ◽  
Jelena Macan ◽  
Jasminka Bobić

Is Atopy Related to Neuroticism, Stress, and Subjective Quality of Life?Different psychosocial characteristics have been associated with allergic disorders. The aim of this study was to examine whether atopic constitution and reports of allergic symptoms were related to personality trait of neuroticism, exposure to stressful life events and estimates of quality of life. Atopy was determined by skin prick test and reports of nasal and pulmonary allergy-related symptoms. Actively working individuals of both genders took part in the study (n=145, age range: 20 to 66 years). The participants were divided in three groups. The first group was composed of those with negative skin prick test and without symptoms (n=57), the second of those with positive skin prick test but without symptoms (n=28), and the third of those with positive skin prick test and symptoms (n=60). The groups did not differ significantly in neuroticism, exposure to stressful life events, or quality of life. Women reported more pronounced neuroticism and anxiety, higher exposure to stressful life events, and were less satisfied with their environment than men. In our sample of active workers we found no association of neuroticism, exposure to stressful life events, and quality of life with atopy and allergic symptoms.


1999 ◽  
Vol 103 (1) ◽  
pp. 165-171 ◽  
Author(s):  
Ulla Seppälä ◽  
Harri Alenius ◽  
Kristiina Turjanmaa ◽  
Timo Reunala ◽  
Timo Palosuo ◽  
...  

2018 ◽  
Vol 58 (2) ◽  
pp. 59-65
Author(s):  
Camilia Metadea Aji Savitri ◽  
Azwin Mengindra Putera Lubis ◽  
Gatot Soegiarto

Background Food allergy is common in children and its prevalence is generally on the rise. Imprecise parental reports about reactions to particular foods can lead to unnecessary restrictions. Since children have specific growth requirements, such nutritional restrictions may have disturbing effects on children’s growth and development.Objective To compare parental reports on food reactions to skin prick test results in their children.Method Retrospective, cross sectional study using patient’s medical record data during one-year study period. Data were analyzed manually and statistically, to assess the degree of agreement (Kappa’s coefficient) and significance (P).Results We collected data from 154 subjects aged 0-18 years. For every allergen assessed, parents reported more food reactions than positive skin prick test results. Allergy incidence were caused, in order, by cow’s milk and chicken (25.3%), eggs (22.1%), chocolate (20.1%), fruits (14.3%), seafood (13%), and saltwater fish (1.9%). Kappa coefficient are all poor (<0.2) and P value are all >0.05 except for chicken (P=0.02).Conclusion Most parents tend to overestimate which food cause reactions in their children, as reactions reported were not necessarily allergenic. Therefore, every patient experiencing allergy reactions should undergo skin prick testing to confirm the possibility of allergy.


2019 ◽  
Vol 33 (5) ◽  
pp. 586-590 ◽  
Author(s):  
Anamika Anamika ◽  
Arunabha Chakravarti ◽  
Raj Kumar

Background Atopy has been suggested in the development of chronic rhinosinusitis (CRS), as allergic rhinitis (AR) is common coexisting disease in pediatric and adult patients with CRS. The contribution of AR to CRS is less clear till date. Objectives The objectives of this study were to determine atopic profile of children with CRS and impact of atopic status on disease severity and quality of life. Methods One hundred ten patients, aged between 7 and 18 years of age, diagnosed with CRS based on history, detailed clinical examination including nasal endoscopic examination were included in this cross-sectional study. Scoring of CRS was done according to Lund Mackay Endoscopic Appearance Score. Patients underwent skin prick test against 65 common aeroallergens (1:10 w/v, 50% glycerinated) for evidence of atopy. SN-5 Sinus and Nasal Quality of Life Survey was used to assess the quality of life in the study subjects. Results Positive skin prick test to at least one of the common aeroallergens was present in 58 (52.7%) patients. Most common aeroallergen sensitivity was seen with insects in 48 (43.6%) patients. Patients of CRS with atopy had higher mean Lund Mackay endoscopic score and SN-5 score than nonatopic patients which was statistically significant. Conclusion In conclusion, we recommend that testing for aeroallergen sensitivity and assessment of quality of life should be included in the protocol for diagnosis and management of pediatric patients with CRS. Early diagnosis and treatment of allergy may halt the progression of CRS and also the development of asthma and other allergic multimorbid disorders.


2013 ◽  
Vol 131 (5) ◽  
pp. 301-308 ◽  
Author(s):  
Raquel Prudente de Carvalho Baldacara ◽  
Maria de Fatima Marcelos Fernandes ◽  
Leonardo Baldacara ◽  
Wilson Tartuce Aun ◽  
Joao Ferreira de Mello ◽  
...  

CONTEXT AND OBJECTIVE: Knowledge of the profile of allergen sensitization among children is important for planning preventive measures. The objective of this study was to assess the prevalence and profile of sensitization to inhaled allergens and food among children and adolescents in an outpatient population in the city of Palmas. DESIGN AND SETTING: Cross-sectional study at outpatient clinics in Palmas, Tocantins, Brazil. METHODS: Ninety-four patients aged 1-15 years who were attending two pediatric outpatient clinics were selected between September and November 2008. All of the subjects underwent clinical interviews and skin prick tests. RESULTS: A positive skin prick test was observed in 76.6% of the participants (72.3% for inhalants and 28.9% for food allergens). The most frequent allergens were Dermatophagoides pteronyssinus (34%), cat epithelium (28.7%), dog epithelium (21.3%), Dermatophagoides farinae (19.1%), Blomia tropicalis (18.1%), cow's milk (9.6%) and grasses (9.6%). A positive skin prick test correlated with a history of atopic disease (odds ratio, OR = 5.833; P = 0.002), a family history of atopic disease (OR = 8.400; P < 0.001), maternal asthma (OR = 8.077; P = 0.048), pet exposure (OR = 3.600; P = 0.012) and cesarean delivery (OR = 3.367; P = 0.019). CONCLUSION: Dermatophagoides pteronyssinus was the most frequent aeroallergen and cow’s milk was the most prevalent food allergen. There was a positive correlation between a positive skin prick test and several factors, such as a family history of atopic disease, maternal asthma, pet exposure and cesarean delivery.


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