Original Article
25 June 2024 / 31 July 2024 by edra
Background. Vespula spp. and Polistes spp. are relevant species in South Europe, with Vespa velutina nigrithorax (VVN) being considered a public health problem. We aimed to characterize a cohort of Portuguese patients referred for large local reaction (LLR) and/or systemic reaction (SR) to vespids. In patients treated with venom immunotherapy (VIT), induction protocol and frequency […]
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24 June 2024 / 16 May 2025 by edra
Background. Pediatric cutaneous mastocytosis patients diagnosed and followed up by our specialist were enrolled in this study, and clinical and laboratory evaluations were retrospectively analyzed from patients’ archived files. Methods. Patients, who applied to the Division of Pediatric Allergy And Immunology Unit of a University Training and Research Hospital between 01.01.2010 and 28.04.2021, were enrolled in […]
24 June 2024 / 31 July 2024 by edra
Background. Grass and olive pollens have overlapping pollination periods and are common allergens in the Iberian Peninsula. The objective is to determine the sensitization pattern to major Phleum pratense and Olea europaea pollens in the Portuguese population with pollen allergic rhinitis (AR) using molecular allergen diagnosis (MAD). Methods. Seasonal AR patients (≥ 12 years), with positive […]
28 May 2024 / 29 May 2024 by edra
Background. Identifying factors influencing adherence, such as patients’ beliefs about medication, is essential for effective asthma management. This study aims to assess and gain insight into the beliefs of patients with asthma regarding inhaled medication. Methods. This is a secondary analysis of the INSPIRERS studies. Patients aged ≥ 13 y.o., with persistent asthma and a prescription for inhaled […]
28 May 2024 / 17 March 2025 by edra
Background. Epistaxis is frequently observed in allergic rhinitis (AR) patients. However, few studies focus on the outcome of epistaxis with treatment of AR patients. This study aimed to retrospectively analyze the efficacy and safety of AR patients with epistaxis treated with sublingual immunotherapy (SLIT). Methods. A total of 74 patients aged 4-60 years with house […]
9 April 2024 / 4 May 2026 by edra
Background. The clinical and pathophysiological heterogeneity of atopic dermatitis (AD) endophenotypes is associated with wide diversity in response to therapy. The aim of this study was to evaluate the response to dupilumab in a group of AD patients and identify clinical/immunological features associated with different patterns of response. Methods. A retrospective observational study was performed, including 30 adults […]
26 March 2024 / 6 November 2025 by almaware
Background. Chronic rhinosinusitis (CRS) is an inflammatory disease that affects the nasal mucosa and the paranasal sinuses. CRS can be associated by nasal polyposis (CRSwNP phenotype) in up to 30% of patients and it is frequently associated with bronchial asthma. CRSwNP shows predominantly an underlying activation of type 2 inflammatory pathways with the involvement of […]
13 March 2024 / 16 May 2025 by almaware
Background. Chronic spontaneous urticaria (CSU), characterized by recurrent itchy wheals and angioedema for > 6 weeks, is a quite common disease that may heavily impair the quality of life. Omalizumab, an anti-IgE mAb, has much improved the management of CSU but patients’ response to the drug may vary and predictive markers are still largely missing. […]
5 March 2024 / 23 May 2024 by almaware
Background. Pollen is the main cause of respiratory allergy and its prevalence is increasing. Timothy grass (Phleum pratense) is one of the most common pollen sources, and one of the best characterized allergenic grasses. The major allergens Phl p1, Phl p2, Phl p5 and Phl p6 are considered markers of genuine grass pollen sensitization. Methods. Retrospective study. IgE […]
5 March 2024 / 17 April 2024 by almaware
Background. Atopic dermatitis is a chronic disease that affects patient and parents life worsely. What time will the patient go into remission is not known. Therefore, clinical and laboratory indicators that can indicate remission are needed. Methods. The study was conducted in İzmir Health Sciences University, Tepecik Training and Research Hospital. The clinical and laboratory data of […]