More articles about: Allergy Testing

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Ragweed Pollen Shows Negative Effect of Quality of Life for Some

Ragweed pollen levels correlated with worse chronic rhinosinusitis symptoms.
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Novel measuring tool reduces severe allergic reactions during food allergy challenges

A new device called TEWL, created by Michigan Medicine, can help to reduce severe allergic reactions from occurring during food allergy challenges.
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Why your seasonal allergies may be worse this year

A Michigan Medicine allergist explains why allergy seasons are getting harsher and how to treat symptoms.
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Nanoparticles reprogram mouse immune systems to cope with allergens

Two doses of allergen-encapsulating nanoparticles delivered intravenously prevented anaphylaxis during a food allergy test in mice, according to new research.
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Measuring skin water loss predicts anaphylaxis during food allergy tests

Measuring skin water loss during food allergy tests may help predict anaphylaxis and keep patients safe. The method aims to detect the life threatening reaction before epinephrine injections are necessary