Two highly common respiratory conditions, allergic rhinitis and asthma, are caused by different fungi, according to a study. Researchers, who conducted the study in Portugal, revealed that people with allergic rhinitis and asthma have different fungi, or mycobiomes, in their noses compared to healthy individuals. Using nasal swabs, the team analysed the fungi in the participants' noses and discovered that …
Published : May 10, 2024 19:49 IST - 5 MINS READ Carrot and beetroot. Suffocating in India While food allergies are a major concern, air pollution is another significant contributor to allergic conditions like asthma. “Nearly 77 per cent of the Indian population is exposed to PM2.5 exceeding the limit of 40 μg/m3 set by National Air Quality Standards in …
