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Allergy to cypress pollen
D Charpin1, M Calleja, C Lahoz
1Chest Diseases and Allergy Department, Hôpital Nord and UPRES N 1784, Université de la Méditerranée, Marseille, France.
Allergy
|February 1, 2005
Summary
Cypress pollen allergy (pollinosis) has increased since the mid-20th century, prompting new prevention and treatment strategies. Research is exploring hypoallergenic cypress trees and improved hyposensitization methods.
Area of Science:
- Allergy and Immunology
- Environmental Health
- Botany
Background:
- Cupressus sempervirens (cypress) has a long history in Southern Europe, but cypress pollen allergy was first reported in 1945.
- The first French case reports of cypress pollinosis emerged in 1962.
- A rising trend in cypress pollinosis prevalence correlates with increased cypress tree cultivation for ornamental purposes, windbreaks, and hedges.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review recent developments in cypress pollen allergy (pollinosis).
- To discuss emerging prevention strategies and treatment advancements for cypress allergy.
Main Methods:
- Literature review of cypress allergy case reports and epidemiological trends.
- Analysis of current and proposed prevention measures.
- Overview of hyposensitization treatments and research into hypoallergenic varieties.
Main Results:
- Cypress pollinosis prevalence shows an upward trend.
- Hyposensitization therapies using advanced pollen extracts are increasingly utilized.
- Prevention measures, including planting restrictions and hedge trimming, are being implemented.
Conclusions:
- The increasing incidence of cypress allergy necessitates updated reviews and strategies.
- Active measures, including avoidance, horticultural practices, and immunotherapy, are crucial for managing cypress pollinosis.
- Research into hypoallergenic cypress varieties offers future potential for allergy mitigation.