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Beware of Peanut Allergies in Infants and Toddlers
Published on Jan 14, 2011 with 1 comment
Most allergists practicing for more than a decade have observed that the age of presentation of peanut allergy in infants is getting earlier and earlier. A recent article published in Pediatrics has proven that this is the case.
Are Creams and Moisturizers Containing Oats Safe For Children With Atopic Dermatitis?
Published on Jan 11, 2011 with 0 comments
It is interesting to note that some cream emollients and moisturizers that contain oats may actually be doing more harm than good in patients with atopic dermatitis (eczema). A recent study from France found an alarming rate of sensitization to oat protein among children using oat containing topical products. Sensitization rates were particularly high in children two years old and younger.
One EpiPen May Not Be Enough. Be Prepared.
Published on Jan 09, 2011 with 0 comments
A recent study assessing emergency room records confirms the fact that a significant number of patients with anaphylactic reactions to food needed more than one injection of epinephrine. The data from this study revealed that 16% of patients presenting with food induced anaphylaxis required two injections.
There is no Relationship Between Seafood Allergy and Radiocontrast Media
Published on Jan 05, 2011 with 3 comments
How often do allergists hear: “I am allergic to fish and therefore I am allergic to the iodine in radiocontrast dye”?
The long-standing misconception that there is a higher incidence of allergic reactions to radiocontrast media (IVP dye) in those with seafood allergy is alive and well. And, this misunderstanding is pervasive among both physicians and patients.
New Breakthrough for Severe Asthma: But, Don’t Get Too Excited
Published on Jan 03, 2011 with 0 comments
The FDA has approved the first medical device that uses radio-frequency energy for the treatment of severe persistent asthma in 18-year-olds and older. All patients with severe persistent asthma share one thing: the common finding of inflammation and swelling of the lining of the bronchial tubes. The subsequent reduction in the diameter of the breathing tubes leads to difficulty breathing and shortness of breath that is experienced with asthma.
Thanksgiving - The “Perfect (Asthma) Storm” is here!
Published on Nov 18, 2010 with 0 comments
Ask any allergist or pediatrician. Or, hang around the emergency room of any pediatric hospital. From Halloween until Thanksgiving, you can bet that many asthmatics, especially children, will begin to exhibit asthma symptoms or will become more symptomatic. And, many young people who have never been diagnosed with asthma will begin to cough, wheeze, or develop difficulty breathing for the first time during this time of year.
