Table 1 Groups of allergens related to the pathogenesis of HP in children
From: Pediatric hypersensitivity pneumonitis: literature update and proposal of a diagnostic algorithm
Environmental source class | Representative pathogens |
|---|---|
Bacteria and mycobacteria | Thermophilic actinomycetes, Mycobacterium avium complex |
Fungi | Aspergillus spp., Alternaria spp., Penicillium spp., Trichosporon spp. |
Animal-derived proteins | Bird allergens, animal fur, cow’s milk |
Plant proteins | Grain proteins, tea plants, coffee-bean dust |
Chemicals | Plastics (e.g. isocyanates, anhydrides), detergents, pesticides (e.g. pyrethrum), e-cigarette liquids |