Anaphylaxis and Allergy in Animals
A special issue of Animals (ISSN 2076-2615). This special issue belongs to the section "Veterinary Clinical Studies".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 1 March 2025 | Viewed by 177
Special Issue Editors
Interests: food allergy; immunology; pharmacology; veterinary science; animal health; One Health
Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
Allergy in domestic animals is becoming more prevalent. Animals can develop allergen sensitization, leading to immune responses that may escalate into life-threatening anaphylaxis. Common allergens are foods, insect saliva proteins, drugs, environmental factors such as chemicals, pollution, pollen, or dust. Clinical signs of allergy commonly affect skin, respiratory system or digestive tract, but manifestations vary widely across species.
In the realm of research, there is a growing need to develop studies and technical reports that delve deeper into understanding the causes that trigger allergen sensitization processes. These processes affect the life quality of animals and can lead to severe consequences if the allergen is not avoided, such as anaphylaxis and even death. For these reasons, it is crucial to identify potential targets for the diagnosis, prevention, and management of these chronic diseases.
In this special issue, we aim to showcase the latest research and reviews on the immune response characteristics of allergic diseases in domestic animals. We will focus on the mechanisms that explain breed predispositions and genetic markers, as well as environmental factors and microbiome characterization that contribute to the development of allergies. Furthermore, we will explore the role of cell response, cytokines, and immunoglobulins in the development of the allergy in animals, not only for the better explanation of the pathological process but also for the use as diagnostic markers. In addition, we would like to provide an update on the latest research regarding the safety, efficacy, and administration protocols of newly discovered drugs, probiotics, and immunotherapy treatments.
We look forward to receiving your contributions.
Prof. Dr. Alba Pablos-Tanarro
Dr. Leticia Pérez-Rodríguez
Guest Editors
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Keywords
- atopic dermatitis
- food allergy
- domestic animals
- anaphylaxis
- allergen
- sensitization
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