New guidelines on eosinophilic esophagitis management were recently developed with the aim of informing treatment decisions among pediatric and adult allergists and gastroenterologists.
In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, a phased approach for resuming suspended allergy/immunology clinical services is advised, according to consensus recommendations.
In allergic rhinitis, combination therapy with oral H1-antihistamines plus intranasal corticosteroids demonstrated a similar effect to intranasal corticosteroid monotherapy.
Pediatricians are aware of the 2017 Addendum Guidelines for the Prevention of Peanut Allergy in the United States, but many have not fully implemented them.
A study revealed that primary care clinicians do not closely follow clinical practice guidelines with regard to antibiotic prescribing for acute sinusitis and frequently overprescribe antibiotics.
Skin tests and specific immunoglobulin E quantification had high specificity and low sensitivity in identifying patients who may develop a hypersensitivity reaction from penicillin exposure.
