Clinical Characteristics and Sensitization Profile of Patients Allergic to Cow Epithelium.

Introduction: Cow epithelium allergy (CEA) has been described in workers highly exposed to cattle, such as farmers and veterinarians, being a health problem in this population since it is their main livelihood. This study aimed to characterize the main clinical manifestations and define the sensitization profile of the cow epithelium-allergic population treated in our health area.

Methods: This is a retrospective study including a total of 34 patients with a clinical diagnosis of CEA, confirmed by skin tests, bovine epithelium-specific IgE levels and allergen-specific conjunctival challenge test in some cases.

Hymenoptera venom allergy: characteristics, tolerance and efficacy of immunotherapy in the paediatric population.

Hymenoptera venom allergy is a growing problem in Spain. This problem has a special relevance in areas where population is frequently exposed to hymenoptera stings, being paediatric patients a high risk population. Immunotherapy with hymenoptera venom is an effective and safe treatment for these patients.