Timing of exposure to environmental adjuvants is critical to mitigate peanut allergy.

J Allergy Clin Immunol

Department of Pediatrics, University of North Carolina School of Medicine, Chapel Hill, NC; Center for Environmental Medicine, Asthma and Lung Biology, University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill, NC.

Published: January 2021

AI Article Synopsis

  • Toll-like receptor ligands found in indoor dust can enhance the body's allergic response, specifically increasing the risk of peanut sensitization in mice.
  • The study highlights that the timing of exposure to these environmental adjuvants is crucial; when mice are exposed to them in relation to peanut allergens can influence allergy development.
  • Overall, the findings suggest that indoor dust may play a significant role in the rising prevalence of peanut allergies by acting as a trigger during critical exposure windows.

Article Abstract

Toll-like receptor ligands in indoor dust act as environmental adjuvants to promote sensitization to inhaled peanut in mice. The timing of exposure to environmental adjuvants relative to peanut is a determinant of peanut allergy development.

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