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[Olive pollinosis in Japan]

S Miyahara1

  • 1Department of Otolaryngology, Okayama University Medical School.

Arerugi = [Allergy]
|November 1, 1995
PubMed
Summary

Olive pollen allergies affect 16.3% of pollinosis patients in Japan. Cross-reactivity between olive and grass pollen suggests Oleaceae pollens may trigger allergies in those with Gramineae pollinosis.

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Area of Science:

  • Allergen immunotherapy
  • Environmental allergy
  • Immunology

Context:

  • Olive trees (Olea europaea) are a significant cause of allergies in the Mediterranean and are prevalent in Syodoshima, Japan.
  • Pollinosis, or hay fever, is a common allergic condition triggered by airborne pollen.

Purpose:

  • To investigate the prevalence of olive pollen allergy in Japanese patients with pollinosis.
  • To explore potential cross-reactivity between olive pollen and other common allergens like grass pollen.

Summary:

  • The study examined olive pollination periods and assessed allergic responses in patients using skin tests, specific IgE antibody measurements, and nasal provocation tests.
  • Allergic reactions to olive pollen were identified in 16.3% of patients with pollinosis.
  • Findings suggest cross-reactivity between olive pollen (Oleaceae family) and grass pollen (Gramineae), indicating Oleaceae pollens may induce allergic reactions in patients with Gramineae pollinosis.

Impact:

  • This research highlights olive pollen as a potential allergen in Japan, contributing to the understanding of pollinosis triggers.
  • Identifies cross-reactivity, suggesting a need for broader diagnostic approaches for patients with seasonal allergies.
  • Informs public health strategies and patient management for allergic respiratory diseases in regions with olive tree distribution.

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