Is inflammation a case of too much of a good thing?
Inflammation is a popular topic, and I must admit that I’ve fallen into the trap of vilifying this natural physiological phenomenon. Simply put, inflammation is…
Tag: Immunology
Peanut allergy: Skin patch therapy ‘boosts tolerance’ in toddlers
Two-thirds of toddlers with peanut allergy had improved tolerance when treated with epicutaneous immunotherapy, according to results from an international study involving Australian children. After…
Peanut and egg exposure in early infancy ‘halves allergy risk’
Introducing peanut or egg in infants as young as three months roughly halves the risk of developing an allergy to either food, a systematic review…
New mothers are sourcing breastmilk for their babies from strangers. Is this a dangerous trade?
After struggling to express milk for her three-month-old baby, an Australian woman turns to Facebook to ask mothers if they have any to spare. The…
Glucosamine supplement sparks anaphylaxis: case
Patients should be warned about the risk of anaphylaxis when taking glucosamine and chondroitin, according to authors of a case report detailing a woman’s severe…
A bad reaction
A seven-year-old girl, weighing 30kg, has a history of asthma, allergic rhinitis and tree nut allergy. She is at a school carnival and, while playing…
Are boiled peanuts the key to successful oral immunotherapy?
Oral immunotherapy using boiled followed by roasted peanuts is feasible and safe for treating children with peanut allergy, according to a study published in Clinical and…
Patients with dermal fillers are facing this possible COVID-19 complication
The growing list of COVID-19 complications is long and surprising — from brain changes and heart disease to skin rashes and COVID toes. Those who…
How another La Niña season will affect patients with hay fever
Australia has among the highest prevalence of asthma and hay fever globally. La Niña (and El Niño) will undoubtedly affect patients with allergies. Sea-surface temperatures…
Alopecia areata is a possible risk of COVID-19 vax, dermatologists report
Dermatologists have flagged alopecia areata as a possible COVID-19 vaccine adverse effect after treating two young women who suffered total hair loss soon after being…
