Immunology
News
Early pneumonia linked with later asthma and COPD
Key clinical point: Lower respiratory illness in childhood is associated with later development of asthma and wheezing that can persist into...
News
Consider cephalosporin a safe alternative for patients with penicillin allergy
Key clinical point: Given the low risk of adverse drug reactions with cephalosporins, patients with a history of penicillin allergy can safely...
Conference Coverage
Contact allergen of 2015: Formaldehyde
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FDA panel backs once-daily ICS/LABA combo for adults, not adolescents
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Self-reported penicillin allergy may be undiagnosed chronic urticaria
Key clinical point: Patients self-reporting penicillin allergy may have undiagnosed chronic urticaria. Major finding: 12.3% of patients with self-...
Commentary
Apple’s ResearchKit
Video
VIDEO: Penicillin skin testing improves inpatient antibiotic stewardship
News
When to use SLIT and SCID in atopic dermatitis
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SLIT: Guidelines in progress and practical concerns
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Consider off-label immunosuppressants for refractory urticaria
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Allergists must standardize penicillin allergy patient testing, advice, and labeling
Key clinical point: There is urgent need to standardize effective testing and reporting methods regarding patients with penicillin allergy. Major...