Asthmatic children and young adults with null mutations of the filaggrin (FLG) gene, which encodes an epidermal structural protein, are at increased risk of asthma exacerbations, UK researchers report in the September issue of Allergy. They note that about 9% of people of European origin have this mutation. Reuters Health Information
Dr. Richard H. Haubrich discusses how to design regimens for experienced patients at HIV Management 2008: The New York Course, held April 25-26, 2008, in New York, NY. Medscape HIV/AIDS
A prospective study shows that wheezing rhinovirus illnesses in early life may predict development of asthma in high-risk children. Medscape Medical News
Children with persistent food allergy may benefit from specific oral tolerance induction, according to results of a study published in the November issue of Allergy. Reuters Health Information
Dr. Vincent Soriano highlights the advances presented at AIDS 2008 regarding the management of viral hepatitis in HIV-coinfected patients. Medscape HIV/AIDS
A direct comparison of fluticasone furoate nasal spray and oral fexofenadine showed that fluticasone better relieves nighttime symptoms of seasonal allergic rhinitis. Medscape Medical News
