How to test for allergens in allergic asthma

Written by Yuan Qing
Pulmonology
Updated on September 26, 2024
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Allergic asthma is a subtype of bronchial asthma. As the name suggests, allergic asthma refers to asthma symptoms that are related to contact with external allergens, such as dust, pollen, dust mites, pet dander, etc. When these substances are inhaled into the trachea, they can trigger asthma symptoms. Clinically, when testing which substances a patient is allergic to, it is called allergen testing. Common methods include blood tests and skin prick tests, which can be combined for comparison to identify the allergens.

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How to test for allergens in allergic rhinitis?

Allergic rhinitis is very common in daily life, and its main trigger is the inhalation of allergens in the air by patients. In the south, the allergens are mostly mite allergies, with an incidence rate of over 90%. In daily life, allergic rhinitis can also be caused by food, hair, pollen, and other allergens. The most common method to identify allergens for allergic rhinitis is the use of an allergen test kit, through a skin prick test to determine the patient's allergens and the degree of allergy, etc. A series of targeted anti-allergy treatments can then be carried out to achieve a cure for allergic rhinitis.

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Can drug allergies be tested for allergens?

Drug allergies do not require allergen testing because drug allergies are allergic reactions caused after taking medications, with fairly clear causes, eliminating the need for allergen testing. Allergens are the causes of allergic reactions. If the cause of an allergy is unclear, it is necessary to go to a hospital to check for allergens. The main focus of allergen testing includes food, pollen, etc., but this is unnecessary for medications. Commonly, skin testing can be conducted for medications to see if any allergic reactions occur. If there is an allergic reaction, the medication should not be used again. If the medication must be used, desensitization methods can be adopted to provide drug treatment.

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How to test for allergens in allergic asthma

Allergic asthma is a subtype of bronchial asthma. As the name suggests, allergic asthma refers to asthma symptoms that are related to contact with external allergens, such as dust, pollen, dust mites, pet dander, etc. When these substances are inhaled into the trachea, they can trigger asthma symptoms. Clinically, when testing which substances a patient is allergic to, it is called allergen testing. Common methods include blood tests and skin prick tests, which can be combined for comparison to identify the allergens.

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How to Test for Allergens in Allergic Rhinitis

Allergic rhinitis is considered an autoimmune disease, mainly triggered by the body's immune response after contact with allergens, leading to related clinical symptoms such as itchy nose, runny nose, and sneezing. Generally, it is necessary to conduct an allergen test. Currently, there are mainly two methods for allergen screening. The first is the skin prick test, and the second is a blood test. Both methods are commonly used clinically. Relatively speaking, the skin prick test may induce higher risks of side effects or allergies. Some patients may need to undergo both tests and look at the results comprehensively, but most patients can choose one of the two.

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Alcohol allergy causes

Alcohol allergy, also known as ethanol allergy, occurs because normally, ethanol in the body is converted into acetaldehyde. People with alcohol allergies lack the enzyme needed to convert acetaldehyde, therefore cannot expel acetic acid from the body, resulting in acetaldehyde poisoning and various allergic symptoms. People who can consume large amounts of alcohol usually have a higher amount of this acetaldehyde converting enzyme, allowing them to quickly convert it without experiencing poisoning or allergic symptoms. Alcohol allergies are mostly linked to an allergic constitution; thus, individuals with this constitution will display various allergic symptoms upon exposure to alcohol, the allergen.