Study of Dust Mite Inhalation in Humans
Mild AsthmaAllergyThe purpose of this research study is to learn more about the effect of inhaled dust mite allergen extract on airway responses in allergic individuals with mild asthma. Information learned from this study will be used to identify a safe dose range of D Farinae extract for use in inhalation challenge studies. This study will also help determine how inhalation of the allergen affects mucociliary clearance (MCC) which is a measure of how quickly mucus clears from the airway.
Importance of Hand Washing After Each NAET® Treatment
AllergyBackground: It has been suspected in our clinic patients that when patients do not wash their hands after receiving NAET treatments, the effect of their treatments has been reduced or in some cases, the same treatment has to be repeated more times to be effective. Location of the study: PNIB Research Center 6714 Beach Blvd. Buena Park, CA 90621 Purpose The purpose of the study was to determine the importance of hand-washing with plain water after each NAET® treatment. The study utilized an experimental design with random assignment to two groups, consisting of treatment/experimental, and treatment/control groups. Objective: We sought to determine if there is any benefit to mandate hand-washing with plain water after each NAET® treatment.
A Clinical Study to Investigate the Effect of a Partially Hydrolysed Infant Formula With Added Synbiotics...
ImmunityWith the rising prevalence of allergic diseases and the subsequent risk of developing other immune-related disorders, primary prevention of allergy has become a major priority. It is generally acknowledged that breastfeeding is one of the main pillars in allergy prevention. Infant formulas based on hydrolysed proteins have been developed to be used by infants at increased risk of developing allergy in case a mother is unable or chooses not to breastfeed her infant. The effect of hydrolysed formula in allergy prevention has been examined in many studies, from which it can be concluded that currently there is not sufficient evidence to support hydrolysed protein over intact protein for allergy risk reduction. Moreover, several clinical trials support the suggestion of supplementation of pre and/or probiotics for the reduction of eczema development, recognized by international authorities. The present study (MAESTRO) investigates the preventive effect of a hypoallergenic concept combining several nutritional approaches related to preventive strategies: partially hydrolysed protein formula supplemented with prebiotics and probiotics. The aim of the present study is to investigate the efficacy, growth and safety of this concept compared to standard (intact protein) infant formula on the development of allergic manifestations up to the age of 12 months in infants at increased risk of developing allergy.
Oral Immunotherapy in Food Allergy in Finland
Food HypersensitivityImmune System Diseases1 moreThe outcomes of oral immunotherapy (OIT) in food allergy study will provide more knowledge of oral immunotherapy. So far the OIT has showed in clinical experiments to be a interesting way to increase the unresponsiveness in severe food allergies. However little is known about it´s long-term outcomes, immunological mechanisms and there are no previous studies about cost-utility of OIT.
Comparison of Different Desensitizers in Reducing Dentinal Hypersensitivity
Dentine HypersensitivityThis is a single center, randomized control. Sixty eligible subjects will be recruited into 3 study treatment groups (n=20 per group) through computerized randomization. Subjects in group 1 will be treated with 8% arginine containing paste(Colgate® Sensitive Pro-Relief™), group 2 with 5% topical fluoride varnish (Acclean) and group 3 with self-adhesive resin (Seal and protect, Dentsply). The subjects in the study will be evaluated for tactile and air-blast hypersensitivity criteria at baseline, two and four weeks.
Effect of a Dietary Fatty Acid Supplementation on Symptoms and Bronchial Inflammation in Patients...
Allergic AsthmaAllergy to House Dust MiteThe proposed study will investigate the effect of a polyunsaturated fatty acid / lipid mixture (LCPUFAs) on the clinical symptoms, bronchial inflammation and lung function in allergic asthma in a bronchial allergen provocation (BAP) model. For this purpose, patients with stable episodic asthma and dust mite allergy will underwent BAP before and after supplementation with LCPUFAs. The clinical symptoms, bronchial inflammation, exhaled NO increase and lung function decline (FEV1) will be analyzed.
Pain Control in Dentin Hypersensitivity in Patients With MIH
Hypersensitivity DentinThis study aims to evaluate the effectiveness of different protocols in controlling dentin hypersensitivity in patients with teeth affected by MIH. The subjects will be randomly designated in four experimental groups, according to different treatments. Pain will be assessed with the visual analog scale (Visual Analogue Scale - VAS), after stimulation with air from the triple syringe and and an exploratory probe at the time of (initial) recruitment, immediately after treatment, after 1 week and 1 month, 3 and 6 months after treatment.
Comparison of pCR Rate After Neadjuvant Chemotherapy Guided by Result of in Vitro Cell Culture Drug...
Breast CancerNeoadjuvant Chemotherapy1 moreNeoadjuvant chemotherapy is an important treatment for breast cancer patients. Patients with triple negative or Her2 enriched subtype who achieved pCR after neoadjuvant chemotherapy would have longer survival. But the overall pCR rate of breast cancer was about 20%. So, different methods have tried to improve pCR rate.Drug sensitivity screening in vitro for different chemotherapy drugs was a promising method for improving pCR rate. But there was no method could select effective drugs accurately for breast cancer patients until now. This study will explore whether drug screening by culturing breast cancer cells in vitro from breast cancer tissue could improve pCR rate compared with traditional neoadjuvant chemotherapy. Breast cancer patients who were candidates for neoadjuvant chemotherapy will be allocated two group. One group will receive neoadjuvant cheotherapy according physician's choices. Another group will receive neoadjuvant chemotherapy according results of drug sensitivity results by in vitro cell culture. pCR rate will be compared between two groups to explore whether drug sensitivity screening could improve pCR rate.
A Phase 1b Study of STMC-103H in Multi-Sensitized Allergic Subjects Who Are Otherwise Healthy
Atopic Immunoglobulin E-Mediated Allergic DisorderThe primary objective of this study is to assess the safety and tolerability of STMC-103H compared to placebo in allergic subjects who are otherwise healthy.
Clinical Benefit of M89PB in Subjects With Rosacea Associated With Erythema and Sensitive Skin
RosaceaSensitive SkinThe aim of the study is to assess the efficacy of the product M89 probiotic fractions in improving the symptoms of rosacea patients with sensitive skin after 30 days of treatment, in comparison with an area treated with the habitual skin care product. 20 women with sensitive skin (positive reaction to stinging test), suffering from persistent centrofacial erythema of rosacea with no more than 3 papules and pustules apply the product on half a face, twice a day, for 30 days. The subjects use their habitual skin care product on the other side of the face. The product efficacy is supported by significant improvements in the mean basal values of the following instrumental parameters: skin hydration (increase), trans-epidermal water loss (decrease), skin erythema (a* parameter decrease). The efficacy and the tolerability of the product is also showed by a visual clinical assessment of the face skin conditions and by stinging test. Digital images of the face of the subjects were also taken at each control time. Furthermore, the volunteers express their judgement on the efficacy and the pleasantness of the product by means of a self-assessment questionnaire.