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Barn allergy among Scottish farmers.

O D Cuthbert, I G Jeffrey, H B McNeill

    Clinical Allergy
    |March 1, 1984
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    Allergy to storage mites affects Scottish farmers, with 30% reporting symptoms and 21% testing positive. This highlights a significant health concern for those working in agricultural environments.

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    Area of Science:

    • Occupational Health
    • Allergology
    • Epidemiology

    Background:

    • Previous research identified storage mite allergy as a key factor in allergic diseases within an isolated farming community in Orkney.
    • The prevalence and impact of storage mite allergy in farming communities require further investigation.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To ascertain the prevalence of diseases linked to storage mites among farmers in mainland Scotland.
    • To explore the association between storage mite exposure, allergic symptoms, and atopy in this population.

    Main Methods:

    • A cross-sectional study involving 290 farmers from 102 randomly selected farms in mainland Scotland.
    • Data collection included self-reported allergic symptoms, skin prick testing for storage mites, and measurement of specific IgE antibodies.

    Main Results:

    • Eighty-seven farmers (30%) reported allergic symptoms, primarily rhinitis and conjunctivitis, upon entering barns or byres.
    • Skin prick tests for storage mites were positive in 62 farmers (21%).
    • Specific IgE antibodies to storage mites were found in 43% of symptomatic individuals, strongly associated with atopy.

    Conclusions:

    • Storage mite allergy is a prevalent issue among Scottish farmers, contributing to allergic symptoms and disease.
    • Occupational exposure in farming environments poses a significant risk for developing storage mite allergies.
    • Further targeted interventions and preventative measures are warranted for this high-risk group.

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