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Occupational allergy to animals.

J P Seward1

  • 1Health Services Department, Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory, Livermore, California 94551, USA.

Occupational Medicine (Philadelphia, Pa.)
|May 18, 1999
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Occupational allergies from animals and insects affect 23% of exposed workers, with symptom severity linked to exposure levels. Prevention focuses on environmental antigen control and worker training.

Area of Science:

  • Occupational health
  • Allergology
  • Immunology

Background:

  • Occupational allergies are a significant concern for workers exposed to animals and insects.
  • Both respiratory and dermatologic allergic responses are documented in affected individuals.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review the epidemiology, clinical manifestations, etiologic agents, and exposure control strategies for occupational allergies.
  • To assess the predictive value of atopy history and specific testing for symptom development.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review of epidemiological data, clinical findings, and allergen sources.
  • Analysis of risk factors, including exposure duration, intensity, and individual susceptibility.
  • Evaluation of diagnostic tools and preventive measures.

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Main Results:

  • Approximately 23% of exposed workers report allergic respiratory symptoms, with 4-9% developing asthma.
  • Contact urticaria and eczematous dermatitis are the most common dermatologic issues.
  • Atopy history, skin testing, and RAST testing have limited predictive value for individual risk assessment.

Conclusions:

  • Environmental antigen control is crucial for preventing occupational allergies.
  • Engineering controls, hygiene, training, and medical surveillance are key components of prevention programs.
  • Allergens from laboratory animals like rats and mice are often linked to urinary protein complexes.