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Atopy to dander from domestic animals.
Allergie Und Immunologie
|January 1, 1978
Summary
Animal dander allergy (atopy) is common in patients with asthma or eczema, particularly affecting those aged 21-30. Skin test strength predicts clinical symptoms from animal exposure.
Area of Science:
- Allergy and Immunology
- Dermatology
- Pulmonology
Background:
- Atopy to domestic animal dander is a frequent condition in allergic patients.
- Common culprits include cat, guinea-pig, horse, rabbit, and golden hamster dander.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate the prevalence and characteristics of animal dander atopy.
- To correlate skin test reactivity with clinical symptoms.
Main Methods:
- Patient data analysis including age, sex, and co-existing conditions like asthma and atopic eczema.
- Assessment of blood eosinophilia patterns.
- Skin prick testing with standardized animal dander extracts at varying dilutions.
Main Results:
- Animal dander atopy is most prevalent in the 21-30 year age group.
- A double-peaked frequency curve was observed for blood eosinophilia.
- Strong correlation found between the intensity of skin reactions and the onset of clinical symptoms.
Conclusions:
- Animal dander allergy is a significant factor in patients with asthma and atopic eczema.
- Skin test sensitivity serves as a reliable indicator for predicting clinical manifestations of animal dander allergy.