Latex Allergies

Patients with allergic asthma who initiate omalizumab (OMA) experience similar reductions in exacerbations and hospitalizations regardless of whether or not they fall within the criteria of the approved recommended dosing schedule, according to study results presented at the American College of Chest Physicians (CHEST) 2022 Annual Meeting, held from October 16 to 19, 2022, in Nashville, Tennessee. Many patients treated with omalizumab, an anti-IgE antibody approved for patients with moderate-severe allergic asthma, fall outside the approved recommended dosing schedule, which is determined by a patient's body weight and pretreatment serum IgE levels. Researchers therefore examined exacerbation and hospitalization rates of US patients using omalizumab for allergic asthma who fell outside of the approved dosing schedule. The investigators conducted a post hoc analysis of the PROSPERO study, a prospective, real-world, 48-week multicenter study of 801 p...

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July 12, 2022 – A little over a year after its FDA approval, Bayer has announced that its prescription-strength nasal spray for indoor and outdoor allergies (brand name Astepro) is now available over the counter nationwide. Astepro, which is made up of 0.15% strength of the antihistamine azelastine and can take just 30 minutes to kick in, is the first and only steroid-free antihistamine nasal spray for allergies that can be purchased without a prescription. The spray is made to relieve congestion and symptoms of hay fever for those 6 years old and up. Catherine Vennat, a vice president at Bayer's marketing department, in a news release called the spray a "breakthrough" in allergy treatments.  Users of the OTC spray can use Astepro up to twice a day to provide 24-hour relief, Bayer said. According to the product's website, the medication costs anywhere from $15.99 to $24.99 at major retail sstores across the country and online through Walmart, Amazon, Walgreen...

[unable to retrieve full-text content] Allergic diseases and immunodeficiencies in children, lessons learnt from COVID‐19 pandemic by 2022: A statement from the EAACI‐section on pediatrics    Wiley

Climate change has caused melting icebergs, flooding, and landslides. It can also bring about an increase in pollen levels, prolong the duration of pollen season, and cause more pollen-related health problems. Pollen grains landing on the moist membranes of the nose or eyes cause "hay fever" (allergic rhinitis) in one in five people. This often leads to a runny or blocked nose and itchy eyes. During the pollen season, people with asthma are at greater risk of a flare-up. Pollen can also trigger thunderstorm asthma, even in those who haven't been diagnosed with asthma and hay fever. What is thunderstorm asthma? Thunderstorms cause a drop in temperature and a sudden rise in humidity. This can cause whole grass pollen grains to rupture into particles that are tiny enough to penetrate deeper into the lungs, which causes thunderstorm asthma. Because of this, a lot of people – even those with no known asthma – can be affected. The largest thunderstorm asthma event occurred i...

Sharlene Miyagishima is one of the honorees at "May Contain Nuts," a night of comedy benefiting the WeSPARK Cancer Center, on Tuesday, Oct. 25, at the Skirball Cultural Center, 2701 N. Sepulveda Blvd., Los Angeles. Cocktail reception and dinner at 6:30 p.m.; show at 8 p.m. Sharlene Miyagishima With Alonzo Bodden (NPR's "Wait, Wait, Don't Tell Me") as emcee, the evening will feature performances by Jay Leno ("The Tonight Show," "You Bet Your Life"), Wendy Liebman ("America's Got Talent," "Jimmy Kimmel Live") and Emmy Award winner Brian Kiley ("Conan," "The Ellen DeGeneres Show"). Miyagishima and fellow board member Steve Glodney will receive the Heart of WeSPARK Award. Miyagishima is also vice president of Triple T&S Enterprises and Glodney, board treasurer, is a partner at Mann, Gelon, Glodney, Gumerove, Yee, LLP. Based in Sherman Oaks and serving th...

Allergy medicine expires, but it may still be effective for up to two or more years after the expiration date.  Liquid allergy medicine, such as nasal sprays, tend to expire earlier than antihistamine tablets, and they will lose effectiveness more quickly after expiring.  This article was medically reviewed by Omid Mehdizadeh, MD, otolaryngologist and laryngologist at the Pacific Neuroscience Institute's Pacific Eye, Ear & Skull Base Center at Providence Saint John's Health Center in Santa Monica, CA. This story is part of Insider's guide to Seasonal Allergies. Yes, allergy medicine will expire eventually. However, depending on the type of medication, you may still get some relief after the expiration date has passed. Over-the-counter and prescription antihistamine tablets tend to stay effective longer than liquid medicines, such as corticosteroid nasal sprays....

It is important for us to be fully aware of how our bodies react to different foods and what we may need to add or remove from our meals to ensure a healthy, balanced diet. (Photo: Pexels) Food is necessary for life and for many of us it is a source of great enjoyment. However, some foods may cause us significant discomfort and could even be life-threatening. It is important for us to be fully aware of how our bodies react to different foods and what we may need to add or remove from our meals to ensure a healthy balanced diet that allows us to feel nourished and comfortable. Food intolerances and food allergies are all reactions to specific foods. We should pay attention to what we eat in order to ensure that we do not put our bodies under any undue stress. Let's break down these terms, what they look like in our bodies, and how to get guidance from a health-care professional on navigating a diagnosis. ...

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People with an allergy to dogs may take medications to help manage their allergic reactions. A person can choose from several available options depending on the symptoms and their severity. An allergic reaction occurs when a person's immune system reacts hypersensitively to specific proteins called allergens. In response to these foreign substances, the body produces antibodies that release chemicals such as histamines. These chemicals cause allergy symptoms. People may have an allergy to dogs, or dog fur may carry other environmental allergens, such as molds, pollen, and dust mites. This article explores dog allergies, the best medications to treat them, and other possible treatments. According to a survey by the American Pet Products Association, 69 million households in the United States owned dogs from 2021 to 2022. About 10–20% of the world's population is allergic to dog allergens, which may trigger allergy symptoms and trigger or worsen symptoms of asthma. Pet allergens ...

Redness in the skin can also be caused by cellulitis, a bacterial skin infection that, if left untreated, can pose critical health problems. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, cellulitis is also characterized by aching, swelling, and blisters in the affected skin, which are typically accompanied by chills or fever. The inflamed skin, when touched, feels warm and tender. Cellulitis, per Skinsight, is caused by the bacteria Streptococcus or Staphylococcus, which penetrate the skin through open wounds and accumulate into chockfull of ulcers. When you spot symptoms of cellulitis, seek medical attention as soon as possible. Early treatment with antibiotics is essential in keeping the symptoms in check. Cellulitis can appear anywhere on the body, from your face to your legs. Diabetes, open wounds, edema, obesity, poor immune system, and bites from both insects, animals, and humans can put you at risk of developing cellulitis. Because numerous illnesses ...

[unable to retrieve full-text content] What Is Poikiloderma? Symptoms and Treatments: When to See a Dermatologist    U.S. News & World Report

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved Pataday Once Daily Relief Extra Strength (olopatadine hydrochloride 0.7%; Alcon) ophthalmic solution, formerly prescribed as Pazeo®, for sale over-the-counter (OTC). Pataday Once Daily Relief Extra Strength is indicated for the temporary relief of itchy eyes due to pollen, ragweed, grass, animal hair and dander. In addition, the Company offers Pataday Twice Daily Relief 0.1% and Pataday Once Daily Relief 0.2% for sale OTC; both received FDA approval in February 2020 and are now available. The Company expects to have Pataday Once Daily Relief Extra Strength available online at the beginning of September 2020 with national retail availability in February 2021. Related Articles For more information visit pataday24hour.com. Topics: Ocular Allergy/Inflammation Ophthalmic Disorders

An egg allergy is a very common food allergy in children, causing a significant effect on the quality of life for the child and family. However, many children will outgrow the allergy as they grow up. In the United States, around 0.9% of all children and 1.3% of children under the age of 5 have an egg allergy. It is the second most common food allergy in children after dairy milk. An egg allergy occurs because the body's immune system mistakes the protein in an egg as a foreign invader. The immune system response then triggers a reaction, which can vary from mild to severe. Up to two-thirds of children with the allergy also may only have symptoms when touching or eating raw or lightly cooked eggs. These individuals have a higher likelihood of outgrowing the allergy later in life. About 70% of all children with an egg allergy outgrow it by the time they turn 16 years of age. This article reviews the symptoms, causes, treatment, and other information about egg allergies. An egg aller...

Back in 1976, Costco was just starting out and existed as a single location in San Diego, California. Fast forward 45 years later and you've got one of the most epic retail institutions around, with warehouse operations in eight countries. Costco has north of 110 million members in the U.S alone, making it one of the fiercest club warehouses in the game. Find Out: 6 Bad Habits That Hike Up Your Grocery Bill Shop Smarter: 10 Things You Always (and Never) Should Buy at the Dollar Store Every day, week and month, Costco is ushering in new sales and deals, but there's always one brand in particular that touts terrifically low prices no matter the season. We're talking about Kirkland, Costco's private label brand that has been around since the early '90s. Spanning products across all aisles, Kirkland is the brand to shop if you're looking to cut corners on costs without sacrificing value. Retail insiders gave GOBankingRates the scoop on which Kirkland buys are the be...

WHEREAS, latex allergy patients face a constant threat to their lives from exposure to natural rubber latex allergens; reactions can be elicited by touching a product containing natural rubber latex, breathing airborne latex proteins, or digesting food prepared using latex gloves; and, WHEREAS, the incidence of latex allergies has increased due to widespread exposure to products containing latex; and, WHEREAS, up to 6 percent of people in the United States are estimated to have latex allergies, including up to 10-17 percent of health care workers, up to 17 percent of restaurant workers; and, WHEREAS, exposure to natural rubber latex is the second most common cause of anaphylaxis in the operating room; and, WHEREAS, individuals with a latex allergy may also experience allergic symptoms when eating certain fruits, vegetables, and nuts, including, among other things, banana, avocado, kiwi, tomato, carrot, and chestnut; and, WHEREAS, there is no cure for a latex allergy, an...

Photo: Winnie Harlow Winnie Harlow recently committed the ultimate no-no of skin care: She slept with her makeup on. But it was the morning after a friend's birthday dinner and she was out later than usual. "I always tell people, 'Do what I say, not what I do,'" she said from her home in California. Her cardinal rule: "Good skin is healthy skin." And for her, that includes eating "vegan-adjacent," using aloe vera, an ingredient from her Jamaican roots, and getting eight hours of sleep. But not always — on that day she woke up around 9 a.m., rolled over to her makeup wipes, and chugged a glass of water. It's all about balance, okay? Normally she prioritizes rest, which she says is key to her glow: "My pimples literally disappear overnight." Then she gets ready, puts on sunsc...

In most cases it manifests itself as skin symptoms such as red, rough patches and intense itching. But it can also cause extra-cutaneous phenomena such as gastrointestinal, urinary, gynaecological and peripheral neurological disorders. It is a problem that affects about 15-20% of the population and can be triggered by earrings, necklaces and watches, by other metal objects such as coins and crockery, or even by certain soaps, cosmetics and detergents. Where nickel is found Nickel is a metal found in nature, in many foods, in water and in many everyday objects. Although in very small quantities, as required by European Regulation 1907/2006 REACH, it is used for: the production of costume jewellery (earrings, piercings, etc.) and accessories (pendants, keys, glasses, belts); metal objects in general such as pots, dishes and coins; detergents, soaps and cosmetics (in which case its absence must be declared on the label). Foods containing nickel Foods can...