Asthma and Allergens

Links to information about allergic asthma or asthma triggered by an allergic reaction to dust, pets or other allergens.

Reviewed March 2009

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Title:   The low allergen garden
Publisher:   The Asthma Foundation of Victoria
Description:   For some people asthma episodes are more frequent in certain seasons, particularly autumn and spring. Pollen from plants growing nearby is often to blame for these cases of seasonal asthma.
Date:   Jul 2009
Title:   Feather versus non-feather bedding for asthma
Publisher:   John Wiley and Sons, Ltd. for The Cochrane Collaboration
Description:   An allergen is the substance that causes an allergic reaction in someone who is hypersensitive to it. A major allergen for asthma is the house dust mite. It is thought that artificial (man-made) fibre fillings for pillows and bedding are less likely to ...
Date:   Feb 2009
Title:   Mono and multifaceted inhalant and/or food allergen reduction interventions for preventing asthma in children at high risk of developing asthma
Publisher:   John Wiley and Sons, Ltd. for The Cochrane Collaboration
Description:   It is possible that early exposure to allergens (substances which cause allergy) may lead to development of asthma in high risk children. This review asks whether the risk of developing asthma, which is a disease caused by many factors, can be decreased...
Date:   Dec 2008
Title:   Aeroallergen avoidance: is it worthwhile?
Publisher:   Australasian Society of Clinical Immunology and Allergy (ASCIA)
Description:   The aim of allergen avoidance is the prevention of allergic disease and the reduction of symptoms in those in whom it has already developed. Many studies show that strict avoidance is effective in reducing the severity of asthma and allergic disease and the need for medications.
Date:   Dec 2008
Title:   Pet allergen control measures for allergic asthma in children and adults
Publisher:   John Wiley and Sons, Ltd. for The Cochrane Collaboration
Description:   Some people with asthma who own pets can be allergic to the dander that accumulates in and around the home. Certain guidelines recommend the removal of pets as the most effective way of reducing exposure to the allergens emanating from their hair and sk...
Date:   Sep 2008
Title:   House dust mites
Publisher:   Child and Youth Health - CYH (South Australia)
Description:   House dust mite droppings are one of the most common triggers of allergic reactions including asthma in many people.
Date:   Sep 2008
Title:   Aspergillus
Publisher:   Better Health Channel
Description:   Aspergillus is a fungus that commonly grows on rotting vegetation. Some people with asthma are allergic to Aspergillus and develop allergic bronchopulmonary aspergillosis (ABPA). The symptoms include wheezing and blood-stained sputum.
Date:   Jul 2008
Title:   Azoles for allergic bronchopulmonary aspergillosis associated with asthma
Publisher:   John Wiley and Sons, Ltd. for The Cochrane Collaboration
Description:   Allergic Bronchopulmonary Aspergillosis is a condition that complicates some people with chronic asthma. Standard treatment for this condition is high doses of oral steroids. The azole antifungal drugs attack the fungus that causes this condition and sh...
Date:   Jun 2008
Title:   Indoor environment and lung health
Publisher:   The Australian Lung Foundation
Description:   A healthy indoor environment with a low allergen level can prevent allergies and airway inflammation from developing in the first place. This is better than using regular medications to reduce inflammation once it has already developed.
Date:   May 2008
Title:   Asthma and food
Publisher:   Better Health Channel
Description:   Food allergies can trigger asthma attacks in some people, although this is rare. Trigger foods may include dairy products, eggs, peanuts, sulphites, monosodium glutamate (MSG), food colourings or royal jelly. A severe food allergy reaction is anaphylaxis; anaphylactic shock can be fatal.
Date:   Mar 2008
Title:   Asthma and breastfeeding
Publisher:   Better Health Channel
Description:   Breastfeeding can reduce the risk of your baby developing childhood asthma and other allergies. To gain the full benefit, you need to breastfeed for at least the first six months.
Date:   Mar 2008
Title:   Asthma and allergens
Publisher:   Better Health Channel
Description:   People with asthma generally find their symptoms increase if they are exposed to certain triggers. These may include allergens such as pollen, animal fur or mould. Different people are sensitive to different allergens.
Date:   Mar 2008
Title:   Asthma-friendly home
Publisher:   Better Health Channel
Description:   Asthma attacks can be triggered by things in the home, such as dust, pollen and animal skin, scale or fur particles. Ventilation, reducing dust and other measures can make your home an asthma-friendly place.
Date:   Mar 2008
Title:   Asthma
Publisher:   Dietitians Association of Australia
Description:   Asthma can be triggered by a number of things including dust mites, pollen, animal hair and sulphur-based food preservatives. Although substances in food do trigger asthma in some people, food is less likely to be a trigger than other environmental factors.
Date:   Jan 2008
Title:   House dust mite control measures for asthma
Publisher:   John Wiley and Sons, Ltd. for The Cochrane Collaboration
Description:   The major allergen in house dust comes from mites. Chemical and physical methods of reducing mite allergen levels are intended to reduce asthma symptoms in people who are sensitive to house dust mites. The review did not find an effect of control measur...
Date:   Dec 2007
Title:   Leukotriene receptor antagonists for asthma treatment - myDr.com.au
Publisher:   myDr
Description:   Leukotriene receptor antagonists are a type of preventive medicine for asthma. They are available in tablet form, including chewable tablets for children.
Date:   Nov 2007
Title:   Pollen allergy
Publisher:   Australasian Society of Clinical Immunology and Allergy (ASCIA)
Description:   Allergies to pollen from grasses, weeds or trees can cause symptoms of hay fever (allergic rhinitis) and asthma. Pollen seasons can last for up to several months of each year and it can therefore be difficult to avoid exposure.
Date:   Nov 2007
Title:   Immunotherapy
Publisher:   Australasian Society of Clinical Immunology and Allergy (ASCIA)
Description:   Immunotherapy, often referred to as 'desensitisation' or 'allergy shots', is the closest thing to a 'cure' for allergy, particularly for allergies to stinging insects or pollen.
Date:   Nov 2007
Title:   Asthma and allergy - myDr.com.au
Publisher:   myDr
Description:   Allergy is a common trigger of asthma symptoms. Find out what are common asthma triggers and how to keep control of your allergies and asthma.
Date:   Sep 2007
Title:   Spring, asthma and allergy
Publisher:   National Asthma Council Australia (NAC)
Description:   For those people who suffer from asthma and allergy, it is a time to be aware of allergen exposure. Allergens are common asthma triggers, and where appropriate, you may benefit from simple avoidance strategies that you can practise every day.
Date:   Aug 2007
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