Abstracts

When allergen detection is not possible by a patient themselves or from their previous history, the next step is allergy testing.

Leukotriene receptor antagonist in treatment is important for monitoring disease evolution and success of therapy in patients with asthma.

There are descriptions of asthma outbreaks associated with thunderstorms in several Australian cities, especially during the pollen seasons.

Saccharomyces cerevisiae is a common yeast used in the food industry.

Treating the inflammation of rheumatoid arthritis early leads to less disability and improved patient outcomes.

Rheumatosphere is an initiative started in Glasgow, UK, in 2012; its aim is to raise awareness about arthritis and arthritis-related research.

Understanding the interplay between the immune system and gastrointestinal tract microbiota is an evolving area of research.

Immunisation of biological drugs can result in reduced efficacy of treatment and an increased risk of adverse effects.