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Angioedema

Angioedema is a reaction characterised by fluid accumulation leading to swelling (oedema) of the skin, mucosa and submucosal tissues. Sometimes this can extend to deeper tissues. Because of the rapid progression of the condition, it can lead to potential airway obstruction and...
Mosquito

Insect stings and bites (bee sting, spider bites)

Bee sting and wasp sting happen commonly, bee sting and wasp sting are one of the clinical encounters that are exaggerated and mystified in movies and medias. Bee sting and wasp sting are mostly benign and harmless, but with massive bee and wasp sting they can be...
dermatologist inspecting senior patient skin

Hives (urticaria)

Hives, or the medical term 'Urticaria' is a common allergic reaction on the skin. It is characterized by raised, red skin welts that are more than 5mm in diameter. Hives are extremely itchy, and often have a pale border surrounding the red area. The urticarial rash can be...
red back spider, black widow

Spider bite

Spider bites can affect anyone. It is a clinical entity typically exaggerated in movies and the media. Although spider bites can be common depending on the geographical distribution of different spiders, they are generally benign and harmless.

Gene That Controls The Severity Of Asthma Identified

Yale School of Medicine researchers identified a gene prevalent in the population that controls the clinical severity of asthma, according […]

Bleach Found To Neutralize Mold Allergens

Researchers at National Jewish Medical and Research Center have demonstrated that dilute bleach not only kills common household mold, but […]

Potential New Treatment Approach For Severe Asthma

Researchers have uncovered a potentially new treatment approach for severe asthma, by blocking a powerful immune system chemical, present in […]

Bacteria In Household Dust May Trigger Asthma Symptoms

New research shows that bacteria lurking in household dust produce chemicals that may trigger asthma and asthma-related symptoms such as […]

How ‘Dirt’ Could Educate The Immune System And Help Treat Asthma

Scientists believe that knowing exactly which type of dirt provides the best ‘education’ for the immune system, could be key […]

Safer wheats could ease gluten grief

Gluten-intolerent people might one day be able to eat wheat-based bread and pasta without getting ill. Frits Koning and his […]
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