Allergic Sensitization Worsens Respiratory Health in Children With Asthma During Dust and Pollen Periods.

ABSTRACT:

Background

The Eastern Mediterranean has climatic conditions that increase exposure to aeroallergens due to higher pollen counts and dust storms. The association of atopy with measures of respiratory health, including fractional exhaled nitric oxide (FeNO) and pulmonary function among asthmatic children during dust and pollen periods has not been assessed.

Objective

Examine the association between allergic sensitization and respiratory health in children with asthma during dust and pollen seasons in the Eastern Mediterranean.

Methods

We conducted an analysis of prospectively collected respiratory health data from schoolchildren with asthma in Cyprus and Crete-Greece during spring and fall of 2019 and 2021. Children were assessed 3 to 4 times over 4 months, including e

SUBMITTER: Qian Y 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12699182 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Dec

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature