Serum IL-10, IL-17 and IL-23 levels as “bioumoral bridges” between dyslipidemia and atopy

Background Although several studies suggest a possible link between dyslipidemia and atopy, literature findings are still unclear. Objective The aim of the study was to investigate the relationship between dyslipidemia and atopy in a pediatric population affected by dyslipidemia or dyslipidemia/atopic predisposition. Materials and methods Children with dyslipidemia, dyslipidemia and atopy as well as healthy children were recruited. Serum total IgE, IL-10, IL-17, and IL-23 levels as well as fasting lipid values (total cholesterol, LDL, HDL and triglycerides) were performed on all enrolled children. Results The present study evaluated 23 patients affected by dyslipidemia, 26 patients affected by atopy and dyslipidemia and, 22 healthy children. Serum total IgE levels significantly related also with serum cholesterol levels: positively with total cholesterol (p