Food Allergy Prevalence in Two Population-Based UK Cohorts Born 12 Years Apart.

Background: Adverse food reactions include food allergy (FA; immune-mediated) and food intolerances (non-immune-mediated). FA are classified into IgE- and non-IgE-mediated FA. There is limited information available about changes in FA prevalence over time.

Food Allergy in Children in China.

The prevalence of food allergies in China seems to be increasing, but there are limited studies describing the pattern of food allergies across the country. This review highlights regional variations observed across China, with data indicating a higher prevalence in the more economically developed eastern and southern coastal regions compared to inland areas. Egg and milk are the most common allergies among children under 3 years old; for children above 3 years old, specific food allergens also show regional differences, with shellfish allergies being more common in southern and eastern coastal areas, while wheat and fruit allergies are more prevalent in northern regions.

Association of Abnormal Body Weight and Allergic Rhinitis-A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis.

Objective: Allergic rhinitis (AR) is a prevalent inflammatory condition of the nasal mucosa, with significant burden worldwide. While studies have demonstrated a relationship between body mass index (BMI) and other atopic diseases, its association with AR is uncertain. This study aims to clarify the association between non-normal BMI and AR.

Alternatives to Injectable Adrenaline for Treating Anaphylaxis.

Adrenaline is the first line treatment for anaphylaxis and adrenaline auto-injectors (AAI) allow reliable, safe and ergonomic administration in the community. However, AAIs have significant limitations and adrenaline is often not used in anaphylaxis. Innovations to administer adrenaline via alternative routes may potentially improve usage rates and treatment effectiveness.

Defining Optimal Basophil Passive Sensitisation Parameters.

Background: Detecting drug-specific IgE (sIgE) is crucial for diagnosing immediate drug-induced hypersensitivity reactions. Basophil activation tests serve as a method to determine the presence of drug-sIgE, highlighting the importance of optimising the assay. Optimisation involves considering multiple factors to ensure sensitisation helps detect an antigen sIgE.

Comparison of Conventional IgE Assay and Measurement of Specific IgE to Haemocyanin for the Diagnosis of Adult Crab Allergy.

Five potential allergens of freshwater crab (Somanniathelphusa sinensis), including hemocyanin, have been discovered. Specific IgE to haemocyanin was increased in crab-allergic than in crab-tolerant patients. The add-on of specific IgE to hemocyanin to skin prick test enhanced the specificity of the crab allergy diagnosis.

Global Incidence and Prevalence of Chronic Rhinosinusitis: A Systematic Review.

Objective: Data on the global prevalence of chronic rhinosinusitis (CRS) is significantly varied and limited across countries and over time. Therefore, we aimed to conduct a comprehensive investigation into the global, regional, and national burden of CRS from the years 1980 to 2021, as well as identify those factors that influence levels of such burden.

Design: We conducted a systematic review and meta-analysis of general population-based observational studies focusing on CRS.

MiR-107 and Its Association With House Dust Mite Sensitisation: Implications for Asthma.

Introduction: MicroRNAs (miRNAs) have been linked to allergic diseases but their effects on sensitisation to allergens in individuals with asthma are unknown. We aimed to identify miRNAs associated with house dust mite (HDM) sensitisation in childhood asthma.

Methods: Serum samples from 1126 children with asthma who participated in the Genetics of Asthma in Costa Rica Study (GACRS) were profiled for 304 miRNAs.