2003 – The major mite allergen (Der p1) can downgrade a natural lung defence against common and harmful bacteria
Top UK scientists describe (for the first time) how an aggressive allergen found in mite droppings (Der p1) can reduce the efficiency of lung defenses. The doctors speculate that this may be the reason why asthmatics suffer more lung infections than healthy people.
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- 1990 – Scientists warn that mite enzymes (allergens) may breach lung defenses by dissolving delicate tissue
- 2005 – Radioactive tags, attached to a major mite allergen, follow the progress of the allergen from lungs to lymph nodes associated with lungs, as well as to kidneys and liver of allergic mice
- 2007 – Defective cells in asthmatic lungs prolong viral infections
- 2003 – Mite allergen avoidance to improve asthma, is still not accepted as effective by medical establishments
Dogs and cats can become allergic to dust mites. If your pet suffers from atopic dermatitis check out mite exposure as the problem.
