Scientists Say They Have Found ‘Pathway’ That Can Trigger Asthma

Researchers say the discovery could help determine the cause of non-inflammatory asthma and potentially lead to new treatments.
A new scientific trail may have been discovered in the search for new treatments for asthma.
Researchers at two universities say they have potentially found a biological pathway that triggers asthma in a significant percentage of patients.....

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Nanoparticle acts like Trojan horse to halt asthma

In an entirely new approach to treating asthma and allergies, a biodegradable nanoparticle acts like a Trojan horse, hiding an allergen in a friendly shell, to convince the immune system not to attack it, according to new Northwestern Medicine research. As a result, the allergic reaction in the airways is shut down long- term and an asthma attack prevented.....

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Asthma attacks up in harvesting season

The harvesting season is on and wheat husk, congress grass, presence of allergens in the air like pollen and weeds are leading to asthma attacks. The number of asthma patients visiting doctors has increased manifold. Experts suggest taking extra precautions to keep allergy at bay.....

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