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Vol 35 No. 2 - Allergy in Respiratory Airway Disease and Beyond
Allergen Avoidance
The Singapore Family Physician
Vol 35
No 2
- Allergy in Respiratory Airway Disease and Beyond
28
- 32
1 June 2009
0377-5305
Allergy is a significant triggering factor in asthma and allergic rhinitis. Inhaled allergens and IgE-mediated allergic reactions play a central role in the pathogenesis
of allergic asthma and allergic rhinitis. Allergen avoidance is recommended for the management of allergic asthma and allergic rhinitis by current guidelines.
house-dust is the most prevalent sensitizing agent in Singapore. Effective allergen avoidance requires a multifaceted, comprehensive and sustained approach.