Rhinitis Articles
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Oral mucosal immunotherapy for allergic rhinitis: A pilot study
Abstract Background: The sublingual mucosa has been used for many years to apply allergenic extracts for the purpose of specific immunotherapy (IT). Although sublingual IT (SLIT) is both safe and efficacious, the density of antigen-presenting cells is higher in other regions of the oral cavity and vestibule, which make them a potentially desirable target for IT. Objective: To present the concept ...
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Study finds significant correlation between LPR and Allergic Rhinitis
A recent study investigating the relationship between LPR and Allergic Rhinitis (AR) found a significant correlation, where there used to be doubt. In this prospective, case-control study published in the International Archives of Allergy and Immunology, Chang et al. found that both the incidence and severity of AR are higher in patients who have an objective diagnosis of LPR obtained by ...
By Restech
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Airborne Ascomycotina on the island of Crete: Seasonal patternsbased on an 8-year volumetric survey
An 8-year study was conducted on the island of Crete in order to identify airborne ascospores and to determine their seasonal pattern. A Burkard 7-day, volumetric spore-trap was continuously operated in the city of Irakleion – located in the center of the island – from 1994 through 2001. Relatively „high” ascospore counts (20 – 48 spores/m 3) were obtained from mid-spring through ...
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IAQ Technical Information, References and Resources – 20060808
AIRBORNE ALLERGENS AFFECT OUR HEALTH! There is NO prejudice for economic or social status! Affected Immuno-Compromised Individuals include: Elderly, Children, Cancer and Transplant Patients. Allergic reactions include hypersensitivity pneumonitis allergic rhinitis, and some types of Asthma. Infectious illnesses, such as influenza, measles and chicken pox are transmitted through the air. ...
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