Conclusion The high proportion of previously undiagnosed athletes who demonstrated EVH positive suggests that elite athletes should be screened routinely for EIB using a suitable bronchoprovocation challenge. PMID: 20647298 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: British Journal of Sports Medicine)
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Suppressive Effects of Procaterol on Expression of IP-10/CXCL 10 and RANTES/CCL 5 by Bronchial Epithelial Cells
Abstract As indicated in the Global Initiative for Asthma guidelines, short-acting β2-adrenoreceptor agonists (SABAs) are important relievers in asthma exacerbation. Interferon γ-inducible protein (IP)-10/CXCL 10 is a T-helper type 1 (Th1) cell-related chemokine which is important in the recruitment of Th1 cells involved in host immune defense against intracellular pathogens such as
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Mometasone furoate versus beclomethasone dipropionate: effectiveness in patients with mild asthma.
CONCLUSIONS: Adherence to prescribed therapy among patients with mild asthma may be better with mometasone furoate versus beclomethasone dipropionate, as reflected in fewer exacerbations and more limited use of SABA rescue medications. Improved adherence to mometasone furoate versus beclomethasone dipropionate may be related to a simpler dosing regimen (ie, once daily vs twice daily). PMID: 20
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Do spirometry and regular follow-up improve health outcomes in general practice patients with asthma or COPD? A cluster randomised controlled trial.
CONCLUSION: Three-monthly spirometry and regular medical reviews by general practitioners are not associated with any significant improvement in quality of life or other health outcomes for patients with asthma and/or COPD. TRIAL REGISTRATION: Australian New Zealand Clinical Trials Registry ACTRN12606000378527. PMID: 20642418 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Med J Aust)
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Rhinovirus Infection of Allergen-Sensitized and -Challenged Mice Induces Eotaxin Release from Functionally Polarized Macrophages.
Authors: Nagarkar DR, Bowman ER, Schneider D, Wang Q, Shim J, Zhao Y, Linn MJ, McHenry CL, Gosangi B, Bentley JK, Tsai WC, Sajjan US, Lukacs NW, Hershenson MB Human rhinovirus is responsible for the majority of virus-induced asthma exacerbations. To determine the immunologic mechanisms underlying rhinovirus (RV)-induced asthma exacerbations, we combined mouse models of allergic airways disease
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Whooping Cough Epidemic Hits California
Title: Whooping Cough Epidemic Hits CaliforniaCategory: Health NewsCreated: 7/22/2010 11:57:00 AMLast Editorial Review: 7/22/2010 11:57:09 AM (Source: MedicineNet Asthma General)
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Randomized placebo-controlled trial of lactobacillus on asthmatic children with allergic rhinitis
In conclusion, probiotic supplementation may have clinical benefits for school children suffering from allergic airway diseases such as asthma and AR. Pediatr Pulmonol. © 2010 Wiley-Liss, Inc. (Source: Pediatric Pulmonology)MedWorm Message: Register for MedMatcha, MedWorm's medical advertising network, and receive $5 free advertising.
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MeReC Monthly: Comparative safety of ICS/LABA combinations in chronic asthma
This article from the National Prescribing Centre (NPC) discusses the findings of a Cochrane systematic review, which compared the safety of regular use of inhaled formoterol and salmeterol, both in combination with corticosteroid, in the treatment of asthma. The article notes that although no significant difference in terms of serious adverse events was found, such events were rar
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