There has been an increase in the diagnosis of Eosionophilic Oesophagitis recently, possibly because we are becoming more aware and biopsying children and young adults with reflux and oesophagitis. This condition presents with difficulty swallowing food, choking and regurgiation often not responding to antacids. In children it is brought on by a delayed hypersensitivity to [...]
Many allergy sufferers note increasing symptoms of eye irritation, nasal comngestion, itchy eczema and even respiratory wheeze when exposed to high levels of chlorine in swimming pools. Although not a recognised allergen, chlorinated water (particularly in indoor swimming pools) may cause allergy-like symptoms when high levels are encountered in the water and surrounding air. Irritant [...]
An Australian study by Prof Bardin at Monarsh Medical Centre has brought to light the prospect of applying Botox gel to the inside of the nose to treat hay fever. The application of Botox gel lasts up to 90 days and blocks the nerve supply to the nose. These nerves promote inflammation, sneezing, itching and [...]
Salbutamol (and salmeterol) reliever inhalers are the corner-stone of acute asthma treatment in children. But recent research in the UK has revealed that 1-in-7 asthmatic children do not respond to their “blue” salbutamol (or Ventolin) asthma-relieving inhalers. This is due to a genetic mutation that prevents them developing a specific receptor in their airways that [...]