Atopic Dermatitis
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Cochrane Review nixes specific allergen immunotherapy for atopic dermatitis
Specific allergen immunotherapy “cannot be recommended for atopic eczema at present.”
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Most atopic lesions colonized with Staph
Almost three-quarters (70%) of patients had S. aureus colonization of lesional skin, while 39% had colonization of nonlesional skin, based on 81...
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Stick with wheat flour for baked egg and milk challenges
LOS ANGELES – Kids are more likely to react to nonwheat challenge muffins, and wheat substitutes might not work as well for oral immunotherapy.
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Some infants predisposed to epidermal barrier breakdown, atopic dermatitis
Some infants are predisposed to epidermal barrier breakdown and the development of atopic dermatitis.
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Recently identified eczema comorbidities include anemia, obesity
WAIKOLOA, HAWAII – Fracture, cardiovascular disease, headaches, and other disorders are among the comorbid conditions associated with atopic...
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Staph aureus drives atopic dermatitis
Recent findings suggest skin microbiome transplants as a new potential therapy.
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Infant egg introduction can prevent sensitization at 12 months
Key clinical point: If at-risk infants have negative skin prick tests (SPTs) at 4 months, tell their moms to introduce egg into their weaning...
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First sublingual immunotherapy tablet for house dust mite allergic rhinitis may be U.S.-bound
A sublingual immunotherapy tablet for house dust mite–induced allergic rhinitis achieved clinically meaningful improvement in symptoms along with...
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No evidence supports hydrolyzed formula over cows’ milk for allergy prevention
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AAAAI: Early peanut consumption brings lasting protection from allergy
LEAP-On and EAT trials support novel preventive concept.