Strategies for primary prevention of atopy in children.
Document Type
Article
Publication Date
11-2008
Identifier
DOI: 10.1007/s11882-008-0090-y
Abstract
In recent decades, the prevalence of atopic diseases such as asthma, hayfever, food allergy, and atopic dermatitis has been steadily increasing. Unfortunately, more advances have been made in secondary prevention of symptoms and exacerbations than in primary prevention. One barrier to adopting prevention strategies is uncertainty regarding the cause of atopy. A genetic predisposition has been well documented. However, other factors, including diet, environment, infections, medications, and gastrointestinal flora, all play a role in the development of atopic disease. Modifying these factors holds promise for stopping the atopic march in the future. This paper reviews advances that have been made in the primary prevention of atopic disease.
Journal Title
Current allergy and asthma reports
Volume
8
Issue
6
First Page
493
Last Page
499
MeSH Keywords
Child; Child, Preschool; Environmental Exposure; Female; Genetic Predisposition to Disease; Humans; Hypersensitivity, Immediate; Infections; Male
Keywords
Environmental Exposure; Genetic Predisposition to Disease; Immediate Hypersensitivity; Infections
Recommended Citation
Ciaccio CE, Portnoy JM. Strategies for primary prevention of atopy in children. Curr Allergy Asthma Rep. 2008;8(6):493-499. doi:10.1007/s11882-008-0090-y
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