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Cockroach sensitivity in Norway: a previously unidentified problem?

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|May 25, 2002
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Cockroach sensitization is relatively common in Norwegian families with asthma. This suggests cockroach allergy may be a factor in respiratory diseases for atopic individuals.

Area of Science:

  • Allergology
  • Immunology
  • Environmental Health

Background:

  • Cockroach sensitization is a known factor in allergic diseases globally, but data from Scandinavia is limited.
  • This study investigates cockroach sensitization in Norwegian families as part of the Genetics of Asthma International Network (GAIN) study.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To determine the prevalence of cockroach sensitization in Norwegian families with asthma.
  • To explore the association between cockroach sensitization and IgE-mediated allergic diseases.

Main Methods:

  • 100 Norwegian families (426 subjects) with asthma underwent medical/exposure history questionnaires.
  • Skin prick tests (SPT) and specific IgE antibody tests were performed for common allergens, including German cockroach.
  • Cockroach sensitization was defined by positive SPT (> or = 3 mm) and/or specific IgE antibody class 2 or higher.

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Main Results:

  • 7.5% (31/426) of subjects showed cockroach sensitization, primarily detected by SPT.
  • Co-sensitization was frequent, particularly with grass, cat, dog, and mite allergens.
  • Reported allergic diseases in sensitized subjects included asthma and rhinitis.

Conclusions:

  • Cockroach sensitization is relatively prevalent in Norwegian atopic families.
  • The clinical implications require further investigation, but cockroach allergy should be considered in atopic individuals with respiratory conditions.