Insects and arachnids as elicitors of toxic and allergic reactions in Germany

Brehler, Randolf

doi:10.1007/s40629-017-0026-y

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“…(Gage & Kosoy 2005;Mathison & Pritt 2014). This leads to the contamination of surfaces or resources used by our species, allowing pathogens to enter into human hosts (Brehler 2017;Oyeyemi et al 2016). By these contamination methods, synanthropic pest insects become the vehicles by which pathogens are transported to areas, where otherwise their presence would be less probable.…”

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Spatial distribution of synanthropic cockroaches found in Quetta, Pakistan and antibiotic‐resistant bacteria strains found in Shelfordella lateralis (Walker, 1868) (Blattodea: Blattidae)

Kamran

Schapheer

Ali

et al. 2021

Entomological Research

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Synanthropic cockroaches are a public health concern, because they can carry pathogens and allergens. These insects inhabit urban spaces and must be constantly monitored in order to assess the pest emergence outbreaks. Here, we combined spatial population monitoring with microbiological testing to survey the main pest cockroach species found inside residences of the city of Quetta, Pakistan. We evaluated the distribution of pest cockroaches at two scales: landscape (neighborhood) and patch (inside houses). We found at least one of the following pest species in the 73.2% of the total residences surveyed (n = 112): Shelfordella lateralis 37.1%, Periplaneta americana 23%, Blatella germanica 16.7%, Blatta orientalis 13.4% and Polyphaga aegyptiaca 9.8%. At landscape scale, the most common was S. lateralis, presenting a clustered distribution in two sampled zones, also heavily urbanized. At indoor scale, S. lateralis were most frequently found in kitchens. When we studied the bacterial loads in this species, we found that S. lateralis carried several pathogenic bacteria. Susceptibility tests tested on these strains against 10 common formulations showed antibiotic resistance for some bacteria. For instance, Pasteurella spp was susceptible towards six antibiotics tested, while Helicobacter spp showed resistance against eight antibiotics tested. Our evidence suggests that S. lateralis have the potential to displace main cosmopolitan pests and, most concerning, also carry antibiotic-resistant pathogenic bacteria. Considering that this emergent Asian-native pest is now present in Europe and America, it may correspond to a relevant urban pest deserving further international public health attention.

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Section: Introductionmentioning

confidence: 99%

Spatial distribution of synanthropic cockroaches found in Quetta, Pakistan and antibiotic‐resistant bacteria strains found in Shelfordella lateralis (Walker, 1868) (Blattodea: Blattidae)

Kamran

Schapheer

Ali

et al. 2021

Entomological Research

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“…Common allergy-relevant species of Hymenoptera include those found within the superfamilies of Apoidea (honeybees; Apis mellifera ) and of Vespoidea (yellow jackets; Vespula spp. ), which are found all over the world, but particularly in the northern hemisphere [ 9 , 10 , 11 , 12 ]. Wasps of the cosmopolitan genus Polistes are also of great importance in the USA and Southern Europe [ 9 ].…”

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Venom Immunotherapy: From Proteins to Product to Patient Protection

Feindor

Heath

Hewings

et al. 2021

Toxins

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In this review, we outline and reflect on the important differences between allergen-specific immunotherapy for inhalant allergies (i.e., aeroallergens) and venom-specific immunotherapy (VIT), with a special focus on Venomil® Bee and Wasp. Venomil® is provided as a freeze-dried extract and a diluent to prepare a solution for injection for the treatment of patients with IgE-mediated allergies to bee and/or wasp venom and for evaluating the degree of sensitivity in a skin test. While the materials that make up the product have not changed, the suppliers of raw materials have changed over the years. Here, we consolidate relevant historical safety and efficacy studies that used products from shared manufacture supply profiles, i.e., products from Bayer or Hollister–Stier. We also consider the characterization and standardization of venom marker allergens, providing insights into manufacturing controls that have produced stable and consistent quality profiles over many years. Quality differences between products and their impacts on treatment outcomes have been a current topic of discussion and further research. Finally, we review the considerations surrounding the choice of depot adjuvant most suitable to augmenting VIT.

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Honeybee and wasp venom allergy: Sensitization and immunotherapy

Adib-Tezer

Bayerl

2018

J Deutsche Derma Gesell

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SummaryHymenoptera venom allergy is the most common cause of anaphylactic reactions in adults. In children, it is the second most common cause after food‐related anaphylaxis. Such reactions are primarily due to stings by honeybees (Apis) and certain social wasps (Vespula vulgaris and Vespula germanica in particular). Especially in adults, stings are frequently associated with severe anaphylaxis. Established diagnostic methods including molecular tests allow for greater success rates in terms of determining the insect actually responsible for triggering the anaphylactic reaction. Sensitization to both venoms, or a history of systemic sting reaction without any evidence of sensitization, complicate the decision regarding treatment. Venom immunotherapy (VIT) is a safe and effective causal treatment.

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Insects and arachnids as elicitors of toxic and allergic reactions in Germany

Cited by 4 publications

References 47 publications

Spatial distribution of synanthropic cockroaches found in Quetta, Pakistan and antibiotic‐resistant bacteria strains found in Shelfordella lateralis (Walker, 1868) (Blattodea: Blattidae)

Spatial distribution of synanthropic cockroaches found in Quetta, Pakistan and antibiotic‐resistant bacteria strains found in Shelfordella lateralis (Walker, 1868) (Blattodea: Blattidae)

Venom Immunotherapy: From Proteins to Product to Patient Protection

Honeybee and wasp venom allergy: Sensitization and immunotherapy

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