Type I hypersensitivity disease

Diseases associated with type I hypersensitivity include atopic diseases [allergic rhinitis, allergic conjunctivitis, atopic dermatitis, and allergic asthma (exogenous and some urticaria, gastrointestinal food reactions, and systemic Allergic reactions. Although the etiology of asthma has not yet been elucidated, its incidence has increased significantly. In recent years, it has been noticed that a significant increase in type Ⅰ hypersensitivity reactions is related to the water-soluble proteins of latex items (such as rubber gloves, dental trays, contraception Sleeves, ducts, catheters for breathing apparatus, latex sleeves with inflated tip of enema), especially seen in medical staff and patients who come into contact with latex, and children with spina bifida and urogenital defects at birth. Common reactions to latex are urticaria, blood vessels Edema, conjunctivitis, rhinitis, bronchospasm and anaphylactic shock.

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