Allergies | Top 27 novel treatment findings

Can AI unlock the secrets of your allergies? Discover how machine learning is revolutionizing the way we understand IgE levels in allergic rhinitis!

Machine learning predicts free IgE levels in allergic rhinitis patients.

The study demonstrated that machine learning can accurately predict free IgE concentration, aiding in the diagnosis and monitoring of allergic diseases.

Study published: 2023-09-30

Breathe Easy: How Pollen Immunotherapy Can Save Your Spring!

Grass, birch, and mugwort pollen immunotherapy reduces allergic rhinitis symptoms in patients.

Patients treated with GBM AIT showed a significant reduction in the use of anti-allergic nasal sprays during the pollen season, particularly in the first 0-5 years after treatment. The odds ratio for nasal spray use decreased significantly compared to non-treated individuals.

Study published: 2022-11-18

Is your gut sabotaging your health? Discover how your microbiome might be the key to understanding POIT failure!

Gut microbiome predicts POIT failure

Successful POIT leads to desensitization and potential remission of peanut allergy, as indicated by passing a food challenge test after treatment.

Study published: 2024-07-15

Think you're allergic to penicillin? Think again! Discover how a new program is changing the game for patients with false allergy claims.

A standardized penicillin allergy de-labelling program increases beta-lactam use in patients with inaccurate allergy labels.

The intervention led to a significant reduction in penicillin allergy labels and an increase in the prescription of beta-lactam antibiotics in the 6 months following the intervention.

Study published: 2023-05-30

Are Covid-19 vaccines a shot in the arm or a recipe for allergic chaos?

Covid-19 vaccines cause allergic reactions in some patients

The vaccines effectively reduce severe illness and death from SARS-CoV-2 infections. However, the study highlights the potential for anti-PEG antibodies to impact vaccine efficacy and safety.

Study published: 2022-10-04

Think you know what triggers anaphylaxis? Think again! Discover why Anti-PEG IgE might not be the culprit.

Anti-PEG IgE not linked to anaphylaxis

The study found that anti-PEG IgE was not predominantly present in patients who experienced anaphylaxis post-vaccination, suggesting it is not a major mechanism for these reactions.

Study published: 2023-04-12

Allergy sufferers, rejoice! COVID-19 vaccines won't make your symptoms worse!

COVID-19 vaccines do not increase side effects in allergic patients.

The study concluded that patients with allergic diseases do not have an increased risk for systemic side effects after receiving COVID-19 vaccines, indicating that vaccination is safe for this population.

Study published: 2022-01-24

Say goodbye to itchy eyes! Discover how Tacrolimus eye drops can save your spring!

Tacrolimus eye drops reduce allergy symptoms

Treatment with high-dose Tacrosolv resulted in a significant reduction in the Total Ocular Symptom Score (TOSS) and alleviated both ocular and nasal symptoms compared to placebo, with a 26% reduction in TOSS from day 1 to day 8.

Study published: 2024-05-01

Can allergy shots be the secret weapon against COVID-19 for those with sniffles?

Allergen-specific immunotherapy reduces COVID-19 severity in allergic rhinitis patients.

The study found no significant difference in the rates of SARS-CoV-2 infection, pneumonia, or hospitalization between AR patients receiving AIT and those not receiving AIT. However, female patients showed a decreased risk for SARS-CoV-2 positivity.

Study published: 2022-01-31

Can your metabolism predict your allergy treatment success? Discover the science behind it!

Metabolomic profiles predict OIT outcomes

The study found that children with food allergies had distinct metabolomic profiles, with higher levels of specific bile acids and histidines associated with sustained unresponsiveness. Metabolites like lithocholic acid and urocanic acid were linked to immunomodulatory roles, suggesting mechanisms of tolerance in immunotherapy.

Study published: 2024-06-01

Want to keep your baby allergy-free? Discover the secret of introducing allergenic foods early!

Early introduction of allergenic foods reduces food allergies in infants.

Early introduction of specific foods like peanut and cooked egg probably reduces the risk of developing food-specific allergies, while evidence for other allergic outcomes remains uncertain.

Study published: 2023-06-13

Ditching the Penicillin Allergy Label: A Game Changer for Antibiotic Prescriptions!

Active delabeling of penicillin allergy leads to better antibiotic use in patients with penicillin allergy.

Reduction in unnecessary avoidance of beta-lactam antibiotics, improved antibiotic stewardship, and potentially lower rates of adverse drug reactions and treatment failures.

Study published: 2023-07-17

Say goodbye to sniffles! Discover how Tuomin Zhiti Decoction can clear your allergies.

Tuomin Zhiti Decoction alleviates allergic rhinitis

The study found that TZD significantly modulates immune responses and enriches immune-related microbiomes, leading to improved symptoms of allergic rhinitis and a better understanding of its mechanisms through multi-omics validation.

Study published: 2024-03-13

Want to give your future kid a fighting chance against allergies? Discover how prenatal omega-3s and probiotics might be the secret weapon!

Combined prenatal ω-3 fatty acids and probiotics reduce allergy risk in children

The study found that the combined treatment resulted in significant hypermethylation of genes associated with immune response, particularly in the double-treated group. This suggests a potential reduction in allergy development risk through modulation of immune-related pathways.

Study published: 2021-03-26

Is AI the secret sauce for eye tests? Discover how it's boosting accuracy in conjunctival provocation tests!

AI improves conjunctival provocation test accuracy

AllergoEye demonstrated high sensitivity (98%) and specificity (90%) in detecting allergic reactions compared to human estimations. The specificity could be increased to 97% by tuning the cut-off threshold, showing a clear correlation between detected sensitivity to allergens and specific IgE levels.

Study published: 2022-03-27

Breathe Easier: Can L-Arginine Be the Secret Weapon Against Asthma?

L-Arginine reduces total immunoglobulin E levels in children with asthma

The study identifies significant gene-metabolite associations that may help in understanding the biological pathways influencing total IgE levels, potentially leading to improved treatment strategies for pediatric asthma.

Study published: 2024-06-06

Sneeze No More: How Carrageenan Nasal Spray Can Save Your Allergies!

Carrageenan nasal spray reduces allergy symptoms

Prophylactic treatment with Callergin significantly reduced the total nasal symptom score (TNSS) compared to no treatment, particularly for rhinorrhea and congestion.

Study published: 2023-10-21

Say goodbye to sneezes: Spirulina might just be your new allergy superhero!

Spirulina reduces allergic rhinitis symptoms

The clinical trials demonstrated significant reductions in symptoms of allergic rhinitis, including runny nose, nasal congestion, and itching. One study reported a significant decrease in rhinorrhea, nasal congestion, and decreased smell in the spirulina group compared to the control group.

Study published: 2021-10-26

Say goodbye to sneezing and congestion this allergy season with AM-301 nasal spray!

AM-301 nasal spray reduces sneezing and congestion in adults with seasonal allergic rhinitis.

AM-301 demonstrated noninferiority to HPMC in reducing total nasal symptom scores (TNSS) and was rated as good or very good by 31% of subjects compared to 14% for HPMC.

Study published: 2021-08-06

Are allergy sufferers the canaries in the vaccine coal mine?

Allergic staff report more vaccine reactions

The study concluded that vaccination of allergic individuals is generally recommended, as no cases of anaphylaxis were diagnosed despite some participants visiting the emergency room after vaccination.

Study published: 2021-09-16

Is your DNA playing favorites with your asthma meds? Discover how genetics shape your montelukast experience!

Genetic factors affect montelukast response

The study found that early-onset asthma patients with the G allele of the rs2660845 variant had an increased risk of asthma exacerbations despite montelukast treatment, suggesting that genetic factors can influence treatment outcomes and support a precision medicine approach.

Study published: 2020-10-06

Can a tiny RNA make a big difference? Discover how targeting microRNA-206 could be the key to calming asthma inflammation!

Targeting microRNA-206 reduces inflammation in type 2-high asthma

Inhibition of miR-206 reduced IL-25, IL-33, and TSLP levels, decreased ILC2 expansion, and alleviated type 2 inflammation in a mouse model, indicating a promising therapeutic target.

Study published: 2020-12-08

Is your wheezing more than just allergies? Discover the genetic secrets behind your breath!

Genetic link to persistent wheezing identified

Identification of a novel genetic locus associated with early-onset persistent wheeze and the potential for targeting the ANXA1 pathway in therapeutic strategies.

Study published: 2023-03-05

Breathe Easy: How Coldamaris Akut Can Clear Your Stuffed Nose!

Coldamaris Akut reduces nasal congestion

The treatment significantly improved nasal airflow and reduced nasal secretion compared to saline solution, with 61% of participants showing increased airflow after treatment.

Study published: 2024-05-04

Breathe Easy: How Omalizumab is Changing the Game for Asthma Sufferers with Sinus Issues!

Omalizumab improves non-atopic asthma in patients with chronic sinusitis.

Significant improvements in FEV1, FVC, and ACT scores, along with a decrease in asthma exacerbations, hospitalizations, and emergency room visits after one year of treatment.

Study published: 2022-01-31

Breathe Easy: How Allergy Tests Can Help You Ditch the Steroids!

Aeroallergen testing reduces corticosteroid use in adults with persistent asthma.

The study found that aeroallergen testing was associated with a significant reduction in OCS bursts, particularly among never smokers without COPD, indicating improved asthma management and control.

Study published: 2024-01-30

Breathe Easy? Not with Ozone! Discover How Air Pollution Fuels Asthma Attacks!

Ozone exposure increases allergic airway inflammation in asthmatic individuals.

Increased BAL eosinophil and lymphocyte counts, and elevated Th2 cytokines in response to allergen challenge. GSTM1-null subjects showed reduced inflammatory responses to allergen after ozone exposure.

Study published: 2022-01-08