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Allergy: Mechanistic insights into new methods of prevention and therapy. Science translational medicine Akdis, C. A., Akdis, M., Boyd, S. D., Sampath, V., Galli, S. J., Nadeau, K. C. 2023; 15 (679): eadd2563

Abstract

In the past few decades, the prevalence of allergic diseases has increased worldwide. Here, we review the etiology and pathophysiology of allergic diseases, including the role of the epithelial barrier, the immune system, climate change, and pollutants. Our current understanding of the roles of early life and infancy; diverse diet; skin, respiratory, and gut barriers; and microbiome in building immune tolerance to common environmental allergens has led to changes in prevention guidelines. Recent developments on the mechanisms involved in allergic diseases have been translated to effective treatments, particularly in the past 5 years, with additional treatments now in advanced clinical trials.

View details for DOI 10.1126/scitranslmed.add2563

View details for PubMedID 36652536