Efficacy of SLIT with different doses of a liquid Phleum pratense extract was shown during the grass pollen season and in an Allergen Exposure Chamber (AEC)

Author(s):  
Eleni Mantikou
Thorax ◽  
1996 ◽  
Vol 51 (6) ◽  
pp. 575-581 ◽  
Author(s):  
R Djukanovic ◽  
I Feather ◽  
C Gratziou ◽  
A Walls ◽  
D Peroni ◽  
...  

Author(s):  
Karl-Christian Bergmann ◽  
Sebastian Kugler ◽  
Torsten Zuberbier ◽  
Sylvia Becker

Summary Background Since the outbreak of the coronavirus pandemic, the population in Germany has been asked to wear face masks in public areas. The masks are accepted by the public. People with a pollen allergy have an interest in knowing whether masks can also provide protection against pollen and thus prevent symptoms even without medication. Method In order to evaluate the potential ‘antipollen effect’ of face masks, 14 adults with confirmed grass pollen-induced allergic rhinoconjunctivitis were exposed to grass pollen for a period of two hours following a standardised protocol. The test was conducted outside of the grass pollen season. The subjects wore either no mask, a medical mask or a FFP2 mask. Results Subjects wearing either mask were clearly able to avoid both nasal and conjunctival symptoms. There were no significant differences between the two masks in terms of effect. Mask wearing to prevent pollen exposure clearly supports overall well-being. Conclusion Wearing a mask during pollen season can be recommended as an effective nondrug option for people with a pollen allergy.


2008 ◽  
Vol 1 (1) ◽  
pp. 19-25 ◽  
Author(s):  
Monique A.J. Mets ◽  
Edmund R. Volkerts ◽  
Erwin A. Dunnebier ◽  
Lieke M. de Senerpont Domis ◽  
Berend Olivier ◽  
...  

Objective: The objective of this study was to compare driving ability, memory, and psychomotor performance during grass pollen season with winter season in untreated patients with SAR. Methods: Patients with SAR were trained and tested during the grass pollen season (summer) and winter. An on-the-road driving test during normal traffic conditions was performed. Primary parameter is the Standard Deviation of Lateral Position (SDLP), i.e. the weaving of the car. In addition, a word learning test and continuous performance test were performed and quality of life was assessed. Patients were included if in winter the Total 5-Symptoms Score (T5SS) was < 3 and in summer the T5SS was > 3. Results: 70 patients were recruited of which 22 started the study. Fifteen patients completed the study of which 11 met the inclusion criteria. These 11 patients had a mean T5SS of 6.8 in summer and 0.6 in winter. Patient reported a significantly reduced overall quality of life during grass pollen season (p<0.0001). No significant effects were found on the driving test, except a significant (but not relevant) decrease in mean speed during the grass pollen season (p<0.035). No significant effects were found on the word learning test and continuous performance test. Conclusion: Our data suggest that moderate SAR symptoms do not impair driving ability, memory functioning and continuous performance. However, given the small sample size future studies should confirm these findings.


Grana ◽  
1990 ◽  
Vol 29 (1) ◽  
pp. 79-86 ◽  
Author(s):  
M. N. B. M. Driessen ◽  
R. M. A. van Herpen ◽  
L. O. M. J. Smithuis

2007 ◽  
Vol 37 (4) ◽  
pp. 512-517 ◽  
Author(s):  
S. A. Bremner ◽  
I. M. Carey ◽  
S. DeWilde ◽  
N. Richards ◽  
W. C. Maier ◽  
...  

2018 ◽  
Vol 121 (5) ◽  
pp. S25
Author(s):  
M. Goldstein ◽  
C. Freeman ◽  
N. Belecanech ◽  
L. Belecanech ◽  
D. Dvorin

1999 ◽  
Vol 104 (3) ◽  
pp. 711-712 ◽  
Author(s):  
José L. Subiza ◽  
Javier Subiza ◽  
María C. Barjau ◽  
Rosa Rodríguez ◽  
María J. Gavilán

2012 ◽  
Vol 59 (1) ◽  
pp. 529-538 ◽  
Author(s):  
Krystyna Piotrowska

The measurements of pollen fall were carried out in Lublin in 1995 - 2000 years by the gravimetric method. The modified Durham sampler was applied, located at 9 m above ground level. On the base of results 6 year observations - the pollen calendar for Lublin was prepared. The following 15 plant taxa were taken under consideration: <i>Alnus</i>, <i>Corylus</i>, Cupressaceae, <i>Populus</i>, <i>Fraxinus</i>, <i>Betula</i>, <i>Quercus</i>, Pinaceae, Poaceae, <i>Rumex</i>, <i>Plantago</i>, <i>Urtica</i>, Chenopodiaceae, <i>Artemisia</i> and <i>Ambrosia</i>. The anemophilous plants' pollen season in Lublin began in half of February and lasted till half of September. First appeared pollen grains of decidous tress' and shrubs, then the coniferous. High values of pollen fall of these plants were noted till the end of May. Start of grass pollen season was recorded from the half of May, and at the latter part of this month, also other herbaceous plants. The highest concentrations of pollen were found in April and May when trees and shrubs pollinated. The highest annual totals were marked for plants of the following taxa: <i>Betula</i>, Poaceae, Pinaceae, <i>Alnus</i>, <i>Urtica</i>.


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