Battle of the genes

A breakthrough discovery will bring a new generation of drugs that target the cause rather than just the symptoms, scientists say.

A hay fever cure could be available within two years, they claim. Treatments for other allergies – including asthma and potentially fatal peanut intolerances – would follow.

Scientists identified a “battle of the genes”, with allergies coming on if the wrong “side” wins. They hope the discovery will help them find a way to re-programme allergy cells.

Daily Express