BACKGROUND The optimal treatment for respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) infection in adult immunocompromised patients is unknown. We assessed the management of RSV and other non-influenza respiratory viruses in Midwestern transplant centers. METHODS A survey assessing strategies for RSV and other non-influenza respiratory viral infections was sent to 13 centers. RESULTS Multiplex polymerase ...

BACKGROUND Prolonged intense exercise has been associated with transient suppression of immune function and an increased risk of infections. In this context, the catabolism of amino acid tryptophan via kynurenine may play an important role. The present study examined the effect of a probiotic supplement on the incidence of upper respiratory tract infections (URTI) and the metabolism of aromatic...

Background: Early and accurate detection of respiratory viruses (RV) is important for patient management. We have previously shown that self-collected nasal swabs (NS) are feasible as sensitive clinician-collected washes RV, but the additive benefit throat unknown.Objectives: To test rise in auto sufficient yields to patients with upper (URTI) symptoms PCR identification RV.Study Design: Patien...

STUDY OBJECTIVE The purpose of the meta-analysis was to understand the antitussive effect of treatment with dextromethorphan hydrobromide, 30 mg, vs placebo over a 3-h treatment period in patients with cough due to uncomplicated upper respiratory tract infection (URTI), and to show that the computerized system for acquisition and analysis of cough sound was consistent and reproducible across th...

BACKGROUND Previous military studies have shown an energy deficit during a strenuous field training course (TC). This study aimed to determine the effects of energy bar supplementation on energy balance, physical activity (PA), physical performance and well-being and to evaluate ad libitum fluid intake during wintertime 8-day strenuous TC. METHODS Twenty-six men (age 20±1 yr.) were randomly d...

BACKGROUND Bronchial asthma is exacerbated by Mycoplasma pneumoniae-induced upper respiratory tract infections (URTIs) in children. Specific IgM and IgG isotypes are involved in the immune response to M. pneumoniae, but little is known about the role of specific IgE antibodies against M. pneumoniae in asthma. OBJECTIVE To investigate the role of IgM-, IgG- and IgE-specific antibody responses ...

Background The number of nurse prescribers is increasing, yet little evidence exists about their antibiotic prescribing behaviour. Aim To measure independent prescribers' (NIPs) intention to manage patients, presenting with an upper respiratory tract infection (URTI) for the first time, without and examine determinants this Methods This was a mixed-method study using Reasoned Action Approach (R...

Abstract Background We explored the nasal microbiota in Indigenous Australian children relation to ear and health. Methods In total, 103 aged 2–7 years (mean 4.7 years) were recruited from 2 Queensland communities. Children’s ears, nose, throats examined upper respiratory tract (URT) swabs collected. Clinical histories obtained parents/medical records. URT characterized using culturomics with M...

Background Respiratory tract infections (RTIs) are the most common in patients with rheumatic diseases under immunosuppressive treatment. RTIs may cause significant morbidity reduced quality of life (QOL), increased healthcare costs and lead to interruption DMARD therapy. However, date only limited data on infection risk spondyloarthritis (SpA) available. Objectives To assess occurrence respira...

INTRODUCTION Respiratory illness, often associated with cough and sputum, is frequent. In Brazil, herbal medicines are often recommended as a first-line treatment for respiratory illness. There exists uncertainty regarding the effectiveness of these treatments. No systematic review has evaluated Brazilian medicinal plants (BMP) to treat upper respiratory tract and bronchial illness (URTI). ME...