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[Influenza and asthma].

M Murris-Espin1, A Didier, S Mezghani

  • 1Service de Pneumologie-Allergologie, Hôpital de Rangueil, Toulouse.

Revue Des Maladies Respiratoires
|March 26, 1999
PubMed
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Respiratory infections trigger asthma exacerbations, with viruses identified more frequently during attacks. Influenza vaccination is recommended for stable asthma patients, though some reactions have been noted with older vaccines.

Area of Science:

  • Pulmonology
  • Infectious Diseases
  • Immunology

Context:

  • Asthma exacerbations are frequently preceded by respiratory infections, particularly viral ones.
  • Viral infections are identified in 10-30% of asthma exacerbations, significantly higher than during asymptomatic periods (3%).
  • The precise mechanisms linking viral infections to asthma attacks remain unclear.

Purpose:

  • To explore the link between viral respiratory infections and asthma exacerbations.
  • To review the role and recommendations for influenza vaccination in asthma patients.
  • To discuss potential adverse reactions to influenza vaccines in asthmatics.

Summary:

  • Viral infections are strongly associated with asthma exacerbations.
  • Influenza vaccination is advised for asthmatics with stable disease.

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  • While some influenza vaccines have been linked to bronchial hyperreactivity, newer subunit vaccines may mitigate this risk.

    • Impact:

    • Highlights the critical role of viral infections in asthma management.
    • Emphasizes the need for improved influenza vaccination rates in asthma patients.
    • Informs vaccine selection and patient counseling regarding influenza immunization in asthma.