Abstract
Hypoallergenic animals: A promise of hope for allergic patients? Furry pets are beloved companion animals; horse riding is a popular leisure activity. So-called hypoallergenic animals have gained high interest as sensitization to animal dander and allergy to furry animals are widespread. Allergen immunotherapy to furry animals is still limited, and allergen avoidance in addition to symptomatic pharmaceutical treatment is often the only available option. Patients with an existing allergy to furry animals or with an atopic background are seeking for a hypoallergenic alternative. This review summarizes current knowledge and discusses future strategies.
| Original language | German |
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| Pages (from-to) | 268-274 |
| Number of pages | 7 |
| Journal | Allergologie |
| Volume | 47 |
| Issue number | 5 |
| DOIs | |
| Publication status | Published - May 2024 |
Keywords
- allergen
- breed
- cat
- dog
- horse
- hypoallergenic
- pet