| Literature DB >> 35119482 |
J Fischer1,2, T Reepschläger3, T Schricker3, U Raap3.
Abstract
In the world of allergology, alpha-gal syndrome remains one of the most fascinating discoveries over the last 15 years as it is triggered by specific IgE directed against the immunogenic sugar galactose-α‑1,3‑galactose (alpha-gal), found foremost in mammalian meat, milk and products derived thereof, potentially resulting in anaphylaxis. Also, mammalian-derived drugs and medical products have been identified as possible culprits. Nonetheless, tick bites remain the major cause of specific alpha-gal-sIgE. Herein, we summarize the current clinical knowledge and pathophysiology of alpha-gal syndrome in order to better understand this disease.Entities:
Keywords: Anaphylaxis; Drug allergy; Food allergy; Immunoglobulin E; Tick bites
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Year: 2022 PMID: 35119482 PMCID: PMC8815393 DOI: 10.1007/s00105-022-04943-4
Source DB: PubMed Journal: Hautarzt ISSN: 0017-8470 Impact factor: 0.751



