allergy reaction Articles
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[App Note] Airborne latex allergens control in hospital environments with Coriolis
Over the past two decades, there has been a substantial increase in the usage of latex products, accompanied by a growing incidence of latex allergies, particularly in healthcare settings. Allergic reactions to latex can range from mild to severe, and even be fatal in some cases. Latex allergy symptoms include skin irritation, runny nose, rash, and difficulty breathing. This issue is especially ...
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Enzyme Technology in Dairy Research
Enzymes are proteins with catalytic functions produced by living cells, and they participate in various biochemical reactions in the body. Compared with traditional chemical methods such as acid processing of food, enzyme technology has displayed its unique charm. It overcomes harmful by-products generated in chemical methods, and provides healthier, environmentally friendly, safe and effective ...
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Production of penicillin by fungi growing on food products: identification of a complete penicillin gene cluster in penicillium griseofulvum and a truncated cluster in penicillium verrucosum
Mycobiota growing on food is often beneficial for the ripening and development of the specific flavor characteristics of the product, but it can also be harmful due to the production of undesirable compounds such as mycotoxins or antibiotics. Some of the fungi most frequently isolated from fermented and cured meat products such as Penicillium chrysogenum and Penicillium nalgiovense are known ...
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Production of Penicillin by fungi growing on food products: Identification of a complete Penicillin gene cluster in penicillium griseofulvum and a truncated cluster in Penicillium verrucosum
Mycobiota growing on food is often beneficial for the ripening and development of the specific flavor characteristics of the product, but it can also be harmful due to the production of undesirable compounds such as mycotoxins or antibiotics. Some of the fungi most frequently isolated from fermented and cured meat products such as Penicillium chrysogenum and Penicillium nalgiovense are known ...
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Is deodorant causing this man’s underarm rash? Let’s diagnose
A 53-year-old man visited his doctor concerned about a spreading rash underneath his arms for the past 3 weeks. He initially thought it was an allergic reaction to a new deodorant, but it wasn’t itchy, and it persisted after stopping the deodorant. The patient had a history of type 2 diabetes. On examination, a broad, well-demarcated, thin, scaly plaque was seen extending from the ...
By VisualDx
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Drug Delivery to the Lungs (DDL) poster on Epinephrine Cyclops
Introduction Intramuscular administration of epinephrine by autoinjectors is prone to errors and associated with a high barrier to use.1-3 This puts patients at risk of untimely treatment of allergic reactions, which increases the chance of anaphylaxis.1-3 Epinephrine dry powder inhalation offers a more convenient, low-barrier alternative to autoinjectors, thereby preventing the occurrence of ...
By Pureims B.V.
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Mold Exposure Symptoms: Why Mold Could Be Making You Sick Indoors
Feeling sick at home or in the office? While a number of factors can contribute to your health indoors, it’s important to rule out if mold is the reason. How can you know for sure? Consider what mold exposure symptoms or allergies there are and the possible consequences it could have on a person’s health. How Mold Exposure Affects Each Person Differently When moisture problems occur ...
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Food Allergies and the Gut Microbiome
Food allergies are on the rise to level not seen in previous generations. Many hypotheses have been put forward as to the cause of increases in these food allergies. New studies involving mice have shown that certain probiotics being introduced into the gut Microbiome of these mice have been able to stop certain food allergies, such as an allergy to peanuts. By introducing the probiotic the ...
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Household Molds Linked to Childhood Asthma
Three specific species of mold were more common in the homes of babies who later developed asthma. The finding highlights the importance of preventing water damage and mold growth in households with infants. More than 6 million children in the U.S. have asthma. Genes are known to play a role, and so does the home environment. Childhood asthma has been linked to indoor mold growing in a ...
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Antiseptic efficacy of an innovative perioperative surgical skin preparation: A confirmatory FDA phase 3 analysis - Case Study
Abstract Background: An innovative approach to perioperative antiseptic skin preparation is warranted because of potential adverse skin irritation, rare risk of serious allergic reaction, and perceived diminished clinical efficacy of current perioperative antiseptic agents. The results of a confirmatory US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) phase 3 efficacy analysis of a recently approved ...
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Quick and easy distillation & determination of total SO2 in foods and beverages
Sulfur-containing compounds, such as sulfur dioxide and sulfites, are widely used as preservatives and anti-oxidants in foods and beverages. Exposure to high levels of sulfites can cause an allergic reaction, difficulty breathing, sneezing, throat swelling, hives and migraine headaches. Given the health risks associated with sulfite exposure, the amount of sulfites in beverages and foodstuffs is ...
By BUCHI
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What are the Specific Applications of Spunlace Nonwovens?
Specific applications of spunlace non-woven fabric Medical hygiene products: This is the main application field of spunlace non-woven fabrics, which can be roughly divided into surgical supplies and medical supplies, specifically: wound dressings, surgical masks, bandages, surgical gowns, surgical masks, and surgical shoes Covers, surgical pads, etc. Household supplies: The wiping cloth made ...
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Mold and chronic sinusitis
Do you suffer from frequent sinus headaches, congestion and runny nose? Have you taken enough cold and allergy medication to qualify for “frequent flier” awards? You may not have a persistent cold or allergies. Researchers at the Mayo Clinic have discovered what may be the real cause of most chronic sinus conditions: MOLD! An estimated 37 million Americans suffer from chronic sinusitis, and the ...
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Mold and Chronic Sinusitis - The two are linked says mayo clinic
Wondering Whether Mold and Chronic Sinusitis are Linked? Do you suffer from frequent sinus headaches, congestion, and runny nose? Have you taken enough cold and allergy medication to qualify for “frequent flier” awards? You may not have a persistent cold or allergies. Researchers at the Mayo Clinic have discovered what may be the real cause of most chronic sinus conditions: MOLD! ...
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A Detailed Introduction to Penicillinase
Penicillinase is an enzyme that acts on the β-lactam ring of penicillin to convert penicillin into penicillic acid, which has no antibacterial activity. A variety of penicillin-resistant bacteria can produce this enzyme, such as the penicillin-resistant strains of Staphylococcusaureus and the penicillin-resistant strains of Bacillus cereus. This enzyme is a medical enzyme suitable for the ...
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Formaldehyde – a dangerous chemical
It’s amazing all the places that formaldehyde is found. It’s best known uses are in insulating material and particleboard. The most publicized use has been in manufactured homes and mobile homes. FEMA has been overwhelmed with actions related to exposure to formaldehyde in temporary housing for Hurricane Katrina survivors, and other disasters. There are both short term and long ...
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Tips for Facility Managers Tasked with Mitigating Indoor Allergy Complaints
When an employee comes to work and develops allergy symptoms that improve or go away once they leave their work environment, it is often a good indication that there are indoor allergens in the building. Once an employee recognizes that this is likely the case, they will often speak to their supervisor or human resources department to share their concerns. At this time, in many circumstances, ...
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Runny or stuffy nose in children. What to do?
Just stay calm! We’re here to help you. A stuffy or runny nose is a struggle for the child, and as a result, for the whole family, but it should not be dangerous if you know how to treat it properly. In this article, you will learn what causes a runny/stuffy nose in a baby or infant, and how to relieve the symptoms. Why does a runny/stuffy nose occur? A runny or blocked nose is caused ...
By Nosiboo
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Mold and the Re-use of Demolition Materials
The presence of mold during construction, occupancy,or demolition of a building can have significant effects on a project’s cost, timing, and public perception. Mold is a type of fungus and is included in the same family as yeasts and mushrooms. Molds are naturally occurring microscopic organisms that are most often associated with damp, musty spaces like bathrooms, basements, and attics. Mold ...
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Mold! Hazard or Hoax?
Let me address the two issues in reverse order. The Hoax The biggest hoax is the hysteria over the notorious black mold that grows on sheetrock. This black mold is formally known as Stachybotrys chartarum or Stachybotrys atra. The horror stories related to items such as infant deaths in Cleveland in 1993 and 1994 are not true. The statements of CDC related to possible cause have been ...
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