by Dr. Tsai | Nov 20, 2020 | Urticaria and Anaphylaxis
Up to 5 percent of people in the United States are affected by stinging (and biting) insect allergies. In Florida, the majority of the problem insects are bees, wasps, yellow jackets, hornets, and the unforgettable fire ant-all of which can pack a big punch. ...
by Dr. Tsai | Nov 20, 2020 | Urticaria and Anaphylaxis
Kelly, a 14-year-old high school girl, who went to camp, experienced several episodes of lip swelling, dizziness and wheezing. She was sent to the local emergency room. She was treated with antihistamines, epinephrine and a high dose of steroids. She did well until...
by Dr. Tsai | Nov 20, 2020 | Food Allergy
Most cases of food allergy occur when a person with particular genetic predisposition produces specific immunoglobulin E (allergy antibody) to the protein of a particular food. When these IgE antibodies react with certain food, it triggers the release of histamine...
by Dr. Tsai | Nov 20, 2020 | Food Allergy
An estimated 11 million Americans, suffer from food allergies, which accounts for roughly 20.000 emergency room visits annually. Each year, as many as 150 to 200 people die from food-allergic reactions, involving severe swelling in the throat and cardiovascular...
by Dr. Tsai | Nov 20, 2020 | Food Allergy
An estimated 11 million Americans suffer from food allergies, which accounts for roughly 20,000 emergency room visits annually. And, unfortunately, as many as 200 people die from food-allergy reactions each year. But, food-allergy and intolerance are not the same....
by Dr. Tsai | Nov 20, 2020 | Food Allergy
Most cases of food allergies occur when someone with a genetic predisposition produces specific IgE antibodies to the certain protein of a particular food. When these IgE antibodies react to a specific protein, the release of chemicals from cells is triggered....
by Dr. Tsai | Nov 20, 2020 | Food Allergy
Two million — or 8 percent — of children in the United States are affected by food allergies. Common food allergies in kids include milk, eggs, soy, wheat, peanuts and tree nuts. Cow milk allergies can affect people of any age, but it is more common among...
by Dr. Tsai | Nov 20, 2020 | Food Allergy
Egg allergies are one of the most common food allergies found in infants and children. In general, reactions are not as severe as those from peanut, nut, shellfish, or fish allegeries, though severe reactions can occur. Most children outgrow egg allergies before five...
by Dr. Tsai | Nov 20, 2020 | Food Allergy
Raven, a 28-year old long distance runner, had a lengthy history of increased sneezing with a runny nose in the fall. After undergoing skin tests, her doctor diagnosed a ragweed allergy. She followed her doctor’s advice and began her daily run in the early morning....
by Dr. Tsai | Nov 20, 2020 | Food Allergy
According to a nationwide survey, nearly 7 million Americans, about 2.3% of the U.S. population, has a seafood allergy. Shellfish allergy constitutes 1-50 people, while 1-250 have a fish allergy. Seafood allergy usually develops in late childhood and adulthood and is...
