Correlation between guidelines for the diagnosis of cow's milk allergy in infants and its actual diagnosis
An analysis by Imperial College London and Sechenov University in Moscow has shown a correlation between guidelines for the diagnosis of cow's milk allergy in infants and young children and the false...
People with celiac disease have a higher risk of dying prematurely
People with coeliac disease are more likely to die prematurely - despite greater awareness of the disease and better availability of gluten-free foods. This was indicated in a study by Swedish and...
Correlation between allergy treatment and COVD-19
Allergists should not interrupt their treatment due to the prevailing coronavirus pandemic, according to the president of the European Academy of Allergy and Clinical Immunology (EAACI).
Nut allergy symptoms - what should be worrying?
Nut allergy is classed as one of the so-called big eight food allergens, i.e. those that cause more than 90% of food allergies. Is nut allergy dangerous? How do you live with it?
Are children who have pets at home less prone to allergies?
Children who live at home with animals are less likely to suffer from allergies and other illnesses, according to a study carried out by doctors at the University of Gothenburg (Sweden).
Lactose intolerance - a global problem
The problem of lactose intolerance has been with man since milk appeared in the human diet, but it was not until the 20th century that specialised research was carried out into the background of this...
Prebiotics in allergy prevention
In March 2016, an article containing the World Allergy Organisation (WAO) guidelines for the prevention of allergic diseases was published in the World Allergy Organization Journal. Among other...
Gluten-related diseases are not only celiac disease
Gluten-related diseases in recent years have become the focus of interest for many specialists in gastroenterology, nutrition and paediatrics. They have begun to search for the pathomechanisms of...
Non-celiac gluten hypersensitivity
Non-celiac gluten hypersensitivity, is a relatively new concept - as a disease entity, it was classified in 2010. For a long time, the existence of this type of ailment was questioned. ...
Peanut allergy risk can be reduced - US immunologists report
"Product may contain traces of nuts" - such a warning present on a large number of products suggests that peanut allergy is both common and dangerous in its effects. Allergies are attempted to be...
How to diagnose lactose intolerance?
Everyone has probably heard of lactose intolerance. Few people know that it is one of the most common food intolerances. In Poland, nearly 30% of adults suffer from this condition. The cause of...
Allergy screening - what should your child be tested for?
An allergic reaction can occur in any of us. It can be dangerous, especially in children. Very often, parents do not realise that their child is suffering from an allergy. Caution: Sometimes, contact...
Spirometry as a screening tool in allergic rhinitis
Allergy is a specific response of the immune system to certain external factors. In the course of this response, various accompanying symptoms can be encountered, including allergic rhinitis, which...
Prevention of allergic respiratory diseases
Allergic diseases are increasingly prevalent in the paediatric population. These include food allergies, allergic rhinitis and bronchial asthma. Prevention of these conditions is extremely important.
Allergic facial eczema associated with nickel sensitisation - beware of mobile phones!
One new potential source of nickel is mobile phones, which, when applied to the face, can trigger a localised allergic reaction in sensitive individuals.
Soy milk in the treatment of cow's milk protein allergy
Soya blends do not contain even a trace of cow's milk protein, as the protein contained in them is entirely isolated, whole soya protein. For this reason, they can be used in the dietary treatment of...
Lactobacillus GG in allergy prevention
Lactobacillus GG is the abbreviation for Lactobacillus rhamnosus GG (ATCC 53103), which is one of the best-known probiotic bacterial strains. Among its numerous biological activities, it is...
Celiac disease - are serological tests reliable in young children?
The determination of antibodies specific for coeliac disease can sometimes give a negative result despite the fact that the person being tested is really ill with coeliac disease. This is called a...
Gluten-free diet and lactose - is additional lactose elimination necessary?
There are two main indications for the inclusion of a gluten-free diet: confirmed coeliac disease and confirmed gluten allergy. In practice, in addition to recommending a gluten-free diet, it is...
Food allergy - causes, symptoms, diagnosis, treatment
A food allergy may be a permanent allergy, or it may resolve after a specific period of time of elimination of the antigen in question from the diet.
