Korean J Pediatr.  2006 Jun;49(6):643-647. 10.3345/kjp.2006.49.6.643.

Correlation of inhalant MAST on chronically coughing children

• Yun JM
• Roh EJ
• Lim JW
• Choen EJ
• Ko KO
• Lee YH

• KMID: 2279887
• DOI: http://doi.org/10.3345/kjp.2006.49.6.643

Abstract

PURPOSE: Recently, incidences of chronic cough with allergic disease have been increased. The identification of specific allergens for chronically coughing children is significant for diagnosis, proper treatment and prevention. The aim of this study was to identify significant contributors for sensitization in chronically coughing children.
METHODS
A total of 106 children, aged 1-6 years, visiting for chronic cough(>3 weeks), were tested for inhalant multiple allergosorbent assay(MAST), eosinophil count and total IgE. Parents completed a questionnaire on past history of atopy(infantile eczema) and bronchiolitis, family history of allergy, breastfeeding, smoking, pets and floor coverings at home.
RESULTS
Significant contributors for sensitization were:age(4-6 years), infantile eczema, positive family history of allergy and smoking by family.
CONCLUSION
We were able to identify significant contributors for sensitization in chronically coughing children.

Keyword

Chronic cough; Inhalant MAST

MeSH Terms

Allergens
Breast Feeding
Bronchiolitis
Child*
Cough*
Dermatitis, Atopic
Diagnosis
Eosinophils
Humans
Hypersensitivity
Immunoglobulin E
Incidence
Parents
Surveys and Questionnaires
Smoke
Smoking
Allergens
Immunoglobulin E
Smoke