Allergies & Asthma

SILVER SPRING, Md. — The FDA’s Allergenic Products Advisory Committee voted Friday to recommend that Palforzia (formerly called AR101), a standardized peanut protein mixture, be approved for reducing incidence and severity of peanut allergy in pediatric patients. Panel members voted 7-2 that the clinical trial’s efficacy data were adequate to justify approval, and 8-1 that

What is Advair? Advair is a brand-name prescription medication. It comes in two forms: Advair Diskus and Advair HFA. Both forms contain two active drugs: fluticasone propionate, which is a corticosteroid salmeterol, which is a long-acting beta2-agonist (LABA) The two forms of Advair have different uses. Advair Diskus is used to treat asthma and chronic

FDA staff gave generally high marks to an oral peanut-protein powder, called Palforzia (previously AR101), to be reviewed Friday by the agency’s Allergenic Products Advisory Committee to reduce peanut allergy in children and teens. Clinical studies showed substantial efficacy in cutting incidence and severity of allergic reactions, including anaphylaxis, according to a briefing document released

Some people experience itchiness, redness, or swelling after using a condom. These can be symptoms of a latex allergy. Latex comes from the milky sap of rubber trees. Manufacturers use latex in a variety of medical and commercial products, including condoms. Natural rubber latex contains proteins that can cause allergic reactions. According to a 2016

Nosebleeds occur when blood vessels in the nose burst and blood flows out. In response to this damage, the body forms a blood clot in the nose. It does this to reduce the blood leaking out and to repair damage to the vessels. Nosebleeds are very common and rarely harmful. The blood clot that forms

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Although most people can recognize a bee, hornet, or wasp as being a risk for stinging, many perceive flies as harmless. However, there are several types of biting fly. Although not all flies bite, those that do can be an irritation and danger to some people. This article will describe different flies that bite and

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What is Nucala? Nucala is a brand-name prescription medication. It’s used to treat two conditions: severe eosinophilic asthma in adults and children ages 12 years and older. With this kind of severe asthma, you have high levels of eosinophils (a type of white blood cell). For treating this condition, Nucala is approved as an add-on

People often think dark circles are due to tiredness and a lack of sleep. Although this can be one cause, there are other reasons for dark under eye circles, such as allergies or the natural aging process. Dark circles under the eyes may look purple or blue to dark brown or black, depending on skin

An itchy mouth is a common symptom of viral or fungal infections. It also frequently occurs during allergic reactions. Itchiness within the mouth can range from mild to severe, depending on the underlying issue. In this article, we explore the causes of an itchy mouth. We also describe treatment options, strategies for prevention, and when

New research has linked the use of prescription drugs for stomach acid to a higher likelihood of developing allergies afterward. New research finds a link between PPIs and the risk of allergies. Due to the study’s design, the results do not prove that gastric acid reducers — such as proton pump inhibitors (PPIs) — actually

Pollen is vital to plant growth, but it can cause unpleasant symptoms for people with pollen allergies. During growing seasons, pollen spreads through the air and fertilizes plants. When people with allergies breathe in this pollen, their body identifies it as a threat, which can trigger an allergic reaction. In this article, learn about the

Sesame seed allergy is far more common in the U.S. than previously recognized in both children and adults, but the food allergy remains largely undiagnosed, researchers report. Their cross-sectional analysis, based on a survey of more than 50,000 households, suggests that as many as 1.5 million children and adults in the U.S. have sesame allergies

Winter is a difficult time for our skin, and many people get eczema flare-ups during winter because of the changing temperatures and dry air. Often, people find that their eczema or dermatitis gets particularly bad on parts of the skin that they expose to the elements in winter, for example, their hands and face. A

Having an itchy neck can be frustrating. The itch may appear with or without a rash, and its potential causes include irritants and allergic reactions. Many home remedies, including cold wraps, can help soothe the sensation of itching. Having an itchy neck can range from being very mild to extremely irritating. Along with the itch,

Cromolyn sodium is an over-the-counter medication for treating nasal allergies. It comes as a nasal solution and works best when a person uses it before they come into contact with the substance that triggers their allergy. Allergic reactions occur when the body’s immune system mistakenly responds to harmless substances known as allergens. Allergies that affect

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Stress is a common trigger of asthma symptoms. Stress and anxiety can also cause asthma attacks. Asthma is a condition in which the airways become inflamed, making it difficult to breathe. Symptoms typically come and go with triggers, such as irritants, humid weather, and exercise. According to Asthma UK, 43% of people with asthma report

A wheeze is a whistling noise from the airways. Often the sound is high-pitched and occurs as a result of the airways narrowing, which causes their walls to vibrate. People may wheeze due to a long-term condition, such as asthma or chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), or a short-term condition, such as bronchitis or pneumonia.

Black mold can infest homes or other buildings, especially in damp areas. Long-term exposure to black mold is potentially harmful to health and may cause a range of symptoms. In this article, we explain what black mold is and look at the effects it can have on a person’s health. We also discuss how to

Intermittent asthma is a type of asthma wherein a person has symptoms on no more than 2 days per week and nightly flares on no more than 2 nights per month. If a person experiences asthma symptoms more frequently, they may receive a diagnosis of persistent asthma. Intermittent asthma can range in severity and is

A range of breathing treatments can help a person breathe more easily when they have a medical emergency, an infection, or a chronic health condition. Breathing treatments use medication to fight infections, remove mucus, dilate parts of the respiratory system, and improve breathing. Breathing disorders, such as asthma, affect at least 25 million people in

Status asthmaticus is a severe and life-threatening asthma state. Doctors also call it acute severe asthma. This condition is a medical emergency that can cause death without treatment. Unfortunately, some people with status asthmaticus may not recognize the severity of their symptoms, and their breathing abilities may rapidly decline. This article will explain how status

Skeeter syndrome refers to a significant allergic reaction to mosquito bites. Although most people will have some form of reaction to a mosquito bite, it is usually just an annoyance. However, people with skeeter syndrome are very sensitive to these bites and may develop a fever. The common symptoms of a mosquito bite include a

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