Source - Channel News Asia [8th February 2014]
Exposure to the house dust mite is the primary cause of respiratory allergies in Singapore, a study has shown.
SINGAPORE: Exposure to the house dust mite is the primary cause of respiratory allergies in Singapore, a study has shown.
The discovery carries potential implications in the management of asthma and allergic rhinitis in tropical urban environments, said the researchers who conducted the study.
Scientists from the Agency for Science, Technology and Research (A*STAR) and the National University of Singapore (NUS) surveyed about 8,000 people and found that 80 per cent were reactive to house dust mites, with only minor reactivity to other allergens.
This high rate of reactions from house dust mites are "strongly correlated with increased rates of allergic rhinitis and asthma in Singapore," the scientists said.
With close to 15 per cent of Singapore's adult population affected by asthma and nearly 40 per cent troubled by allergic rhinitis, they added that these findings address the widening problem of allergy and asthma in tropical countries.
The results suggested that changes in lifestyle resulting in more time spent indoors increased one's exposure to high loads of house dust mite allergens.
Professor Olaf Rotzschke, the lead investigator of the study at A*STAR, said: "We believe that results from this study will help (scientists) to understand the differences of allergies in the tropics and other parts of the world.
"Knowledge of the allergic trigger together with a nearly complete sensitisation of the local population provide the perfect basis for the future exploration of the molecular and genetic factors that ultimately determine if the response to an allergen progresses into an allergic syndrome."
NUS Research Associate Professor Wang De Yun said: "Given the increasing prevalence of airway allergic diseases in Singapore and Southeast Asian countries, this study is truly a breakthrough in understanding why there is such a high number of allergic rhinitis patients in Singapore.
"Knowing the cause is the first step in developing more effective interventions to improve the quality of life for asthma and allergic rhinitis sufferers."
Nasaler : Natural Remedy for Allergic Rhinitis?
Is there a safe and all-natural remedy for allergic rhinitis?
BioXTract has a product named Nasaler and markets it as an effective natural remedy for allergic rhinitis, offering relief of troublesome symptoms, and acting on the underlying inflammation, reducing the need for medical treatments.
According to BioXTract :
The principal ingredients in Nasaler® are naturally occurring and safe for use. As a complement or an alternative to conventional medical treatments for allergic rhinitis, it is the first effective natural alternative of its kind.
Nasaler® contains a combination of turmeric extract or curcumin (Curcuma longa L.) and naturalquercetin extracted from Sophora japonica L. (pagoda tree or Chinese scholar tree) both present in forms of 95% purity. It is also reinforced by Vitamin D, necessary for healthy immune system.
These active principals act on the symptoms of allergic rhinitis, caused by inhaled substances (for example pollen, dust mites, mould spores)
Taking Nasaler® long term will gradually increase the tolerance to allergens.
Wow, sounds interesting enough for me to take a closer look. If you're interested, check out their website!
BioXTract > Nasaler Website
BioXTract has a product named Nasaler and markets it as an effective natural remedy for allergic rhinitis, offering relief of troublesome symptoms, and acting on the underlying inflammation, reducing the need for medical treatments.
According to BioXTract :
The principal ingredients in Nasaler® are naturally occurring and safe for use. As a complement or an alternative to conventional medical treatments for allergic rhinitis, it is the first effective natural alternative of its kind.
Nasaler® contains a combination of turmeric extract or curcumin (Curcuma longa L.) and naturalquercetin extracted from Sophora japonica L. (pagoda tree or Chinese scholar tree) both present in forms of 95% purity. It is also reinforced by Vitamin D, necessary for healthy immune system.
These active principals act on the symptoms of allergic rhinitis, caused by inhaled substances (for example pollen, dust mites, mould spores)
Taking Nasaler® long term will gradually increase the tolerance to allergens.
Wow, sounds interesting enough for me to take a closer look. If you're interested, check out their website!
BioXTract > Nasaler Website
Hay Fever = Allergic Rhinitis?
Masks in Japan is a 26 billion Yen market, according to Yano Research Institute. The biggest reason? Hay Fever, it seems.
Japan's pollen levels are five times higher than they were last spring, thanks to a hot summer last year and a sudden spike in temperatures this month that has caused Japanese cedar and hinoki cypress trees – the main culprits – to release their pollen all at once.
Masks are popular in Japan because they're a cheap, easy way to keep pollen from entering the nose and causing an allergic reaction, says Shigeharu Fujieda, an allergy specialist at Fukui University. "For that purpose, masks are very effective. It's cheap and safe. It seems to fit the thinking of many Japanese," he said.
For the source and full article, see HERE from Huffington Post.
Japan's pollen levels are five times higher than they were last spring, thanks to a hot summer last year and a sudden spike in temperatures this month that has caused Japanese cedar and hinoki cypress trees – the main culprits – to release their pollen all at once.
Masks are popular in Japan because they're a cheap, easy way to keep pollen from entering the nose and causing an allergic reaction, says Shigeharu Fujieda, an allergy specialist at Fukui University. "For that purpose, masks are very effective. It's cheap and safe. It seems to fit the thinking of many Japanese," he said.
For the source and full article, see HERE from Huffington Post.
Nasonex or Flixonase?
Recently, it seems like more and more clinics no longer sell Flixonase.
I have since switched to Nasonex, which works just as well for me. Does Nasonex works as well as Flixonase for you?
What is Nasonex?
Nasonex is used to treat and prevent nasal symptoms such as congestion, sneezing, and runny nose caused by seasonal or year-round allergies. Nasonex is also used to treat growths in the nose (nasal polyps) in adults.
Mometasone is a steroid. It prevents the release of substances in the body that cause inflammation.
Important information about Nasonex
Before using Nasonex, tell your doctor if you have been sick or had an infection of any kind. Also tell your doctor if you have glaucoma or cataracts, herpes simplex infection of your eyes, tuberculosis, sores or ulcers in your nose, or if you have recently had injury of or surgery on your nose.
It may take up to 2 weeks of using this medicine before your symptoms improve. For best results, keep using the medication as directed. Talk with your doctor if your symptoms do not improve after a week of treatment.
To be sure Nasonex is not causing harmful effects on your nose or sinuses, your doctor may want to check your progress on a regular basis. Do not miss any scheduled visits to your doctor.
Nasonex can lower the blood cells that help your body fight infections. Avoid being near people who are sick or have infections. Call your doctor for preventive treatment if you are exposed to chicken pox or measles. These conditions can be serious or even fatal in people who are using Nasonex.
Avoid getting Nasonex in your eyes. If this does happen, rinse with water and call your doctor.
Steroid medicines can affect growth in children. Talk with your doctor if you think your child is not growing at a normal rate while using Nasonex.
Original Article : Drugs.com
I have since switched to Nasonex, which works just as well for me. Does Nasonex works as well as Flixonase for you?
What is Nasonex?
Nasonex is used to treat and prevent nasal symptoms such as congestion, sneezing, and runny nose caused by seasonal or year-round allergies. Nasonex is also used to treat growths in the nose (nasal polyps) in adults.
Mometasone is a steroid. It prevents the release of substances in the body that cause inflammation.
Important information about Nasonex
Before using Nasonex, tell your doctor if you have been sick or had an infection of any kind. Also tell your doctor if you have glaucoma or cataracts, herpes simplex infection of your eyes, tuberculosis, sores or ulcers in your nose, or if you have recently had injury of or surgery on your nose.
It may take up to 2 weeks of using this medicine before your symptoms improve. For best results, keep using the medication as directed. Talk with your doctor if your symptoms do not improve after a week of treatment.
To be sure Nasonex is not causing harmful effects on your nose or sinuses, your doctor may want to check your progress on a regular basis. Do not miss any scheduled visits to your doctor.
Nasonex can lower the blood cells that help your body fight infections. Avoid being near people who are sick or have infections. Call your doctor for preventive treatment if you are exposed to chicken pox or measles. These conditions can be serious or even fatal in people who are using Nasonex.
Avoid getting Nasonex in your eyes. If this does happen, rinse with water and call your doctor.
Steroid medicines can affect growth in children. Talk with your doctor if you think your child is not growing at a normal rate while using Nasonex.
Original Article : Drugs.com
Herbal Remedies For Allergic Rhinitis
When I first realized I had Allergic Rhinitis, I was taking anti-histamines on a daily basis to relieve my stuffy nose and blocked nose symptoms. To be frank, I wondered if taking medication on such a regular basis would be detrimental to my health even though it is alleviating my flu-like symptoms.
In this article by Herbal Remedies, it suggests the possibility of the use of alternative medicine in the form of natural herbs. In particular, it listed 3 herbs, among many others, that have possible effects that help against Allergic Rhinitis.
Since the use of proper dosage is important, the site suggests that we, instead, can consider the use of a formulated product in the form of tablets called AllergiClear. (if the link no longer works, you can Google for AllergiClear by Native Remedies)
It claims that AllegiClear "helps keep histamine levels in the normal range for optimal respiratory health". For those of you out there who are willing to give alternative medicine a try, this might be it. However, please check carefully the ingredients of AllergiClear before self-medicating!
Original article can be found here.
In this article by Herbal Remedies, it suggests the possibility of the use of alternative medicine in the form of natural herbs. In particular, it listed 3 herbs, among many others, that have possible effects that help against Allergic Rhinitis.
Since the use of proper dosage is important, the site suggests that we, instead, can consider the use of a formulated product in the form of tablets called AllergiClear. (if the link no longer works, you can Google for AllergiClear by Native Remedies)
It claims that AllegiClear "helps keep histamine levels in the normal range for optimal respiratory health". For those of you out there who are willing to give alternative medicine a try, this might be it. However, please check carefully the ingredients of AllergiClear before self-medicating!
Original article can be found here.
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