Allergic rhinitis is clinically defined as a symptomatic disorder of the nose induced by an IgE-
mediated inflammation after allergen exposure of the membranes lining the nose. Symptoms …

In parallel with changes in lifestyle over the last 50 years (sedentary living in warm houses
with extensive furnishing and low ventilation rates), there has been a progressive increase …

Allergen immunotherapy (AIT) has been in use for the treatment of allergic disease for more
than 100 years. Asthma treatment relies mainly on corticosteroids and other controllers …

Allergen exposure is associated with the development of allergen‐specific sensitization, but
their relationship is influenced by other contemporaneous exposures (such as microbial …

This review examines whether there is a direct or indirect relation between damp or mould in
the home and respiratory health. Home dampness is thought to have health consequences …

Background The major allergen in house dust comes from mites. Chemical, physical and
combined methods of reducing mite allergen levels are intended to reduce asthma …

Objectives: To provide physicians with current guidelines for the diagnosis and optimal
management of asthma in children and adults, including pregnant women and the elderly, in …

1 History 1 2 The atmosphere 16 3 Geography and the human response to altitude 28 4
Genetics and high altitude 40 5 Altitude acclimatization and deterioration 53 6 Control of …

Abstract Currently available European Alpine Altitude Climate Treatment (AACT) programs
combine the physical characteristics of altitude with the avoidance of environmental triggers …

Background Sensitization and exposure to indoor allergens are the major risk factors for
asthma. It is possible that significant exposure to domestic allergens occurs outside the …