Genes, factor X, and allergens: what causes allergic diseases?

Allergy. 1999 Jul;54(7):757-9. doi: 10.1034/j.1398-9995.1999.00193.x.

Abstract

Genetic disposition and allergen exposure play the main roles in the development of allergic diseases. Another factor that could be involved is the nutritional intake of vitamin D.

MeSH terms

  • Allergens*
  • Child
  • Environmental Exposure
  • Female
  • Humans
  • Hypersensitivity / etiology*
  • Hypersensitivity / genetics*
  • Hypersensitivity / immunology
  • Infant, Newborn
  • Pregnancy
  • Risk Factors
  • Vitamin D / administration & dosage
  • Vitamin D / adverse effects
  • Vitamin D / metabolism

Substances

  • Allergens
  • Vitamin D