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Background. Pine processionary larvae produce urticating hairs (setae) that serve for protection against predators. Setae induce cutaneous reactions in animals and humans. The presence of toxic or allergic mechanisms is a matter of debate.
Objectives. To detect the presence of allergens in setae and to characterize them.
Materials and methods. Setae extracts were characterized by gel staining and...
Background.Thaumetopoea pityocampa [pine processionary moth (PPM)] is one of the most important lepidopteran agents causing urticant cutaneous reactions in humans in Mediterranean countries. This species is also expanding northwards, because of global warming.
Objectives.
To investigate the prevalence, distribution by habitat group and possible risk factors of PPM cutaneous reactions in adults...
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