Effect of inhaled corticosteroids on bone mineral density in patients with asthma
Inhaled corticosteroids (ICS) are a safe treatment for asthma. However, at higher doses, ICS use has been reported to inhibit adrenocortical function.
Incidence of urticaria, angioedema, and type I hypersensitivity reactions associated with fibrinolytic agents in Thailand using the database of the health product vigilance center
Besides hemorrhage, allergic reactions have also been observed in several clinical trials of fibrinolytic agents. These reactions might negatively affect patient outcomes, especially life-threatening type I hypersensitivity reactions such as anaphylaxis. However, there are limited data on the incidence of these reactions.
Outcomes of young children hospitalized with acute wheezing
Wheezing in preschool children is a common symptom.
Clinical characteristics and immunological status of patients with 22q11.2 deletion syndrome in Northern Thailand
22q11.2 deletion syndrome is one of the most prevalent microdeletion syndromes in humans. The syndrome is characterized by extensive phenotypic variability.
A potential role of gliadin extract skin prick test in IgE-mediated wheat allergy
Wheat extracts containing both water/salt and alcohol soluble proteins may increase extract’s accuracy for diagnosing IgE-mediated wheat allergy.
Prevalence of rat and mouse sensitization in Asian patients with respiratory allergy
Skin prick test (SPT) is useful in identifying rat and mouse sensitization.
Prenatal maternal anxiety promotes atopic dermatitis in offspring via placental DNA methylation changes
Maternal anxiety during pregnancy has been previously reported to be associated with atopic dermatitis (AD) in offspring. The potential mechanism is not yet proven but epigenetic change may be suggested.
The validity and reliability of the Thai-version of 5-D itch scale
Pruritus is commonly associated with skin disorders. The 5-D itch scale was developed as a specific questionnaire for pruritus.
Characterization of children with IgE-mediated wheat allergy and risk factors that predict wheat anaphylaxis
The number of children presenting with IgE-mediated wheat reactions to academic medical centers in Thailand continues to increase.
Pattern of allergic sensitization in chronic rhinitis: A 19-year retrospective study
The pattern of allergic sensitization provides data for physicians to take appropriate care of allergic patients.