Food allergy - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Food allergy - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
A food allergy is an adverse immune response to a food protein.[1][2][clarification ... The food protein triggering the allergic response is termed a food allergen. ...
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Can food allergy be deadly or fatal?
Yes. Food allergy can be fatal in extreme cases. This can cause a reaction called anaphylaxis. The symptoms of anaphylaxis are:
- Difficulty in breathing
- Severe drop in blood pressure
- Skin itchiness, swelling, redness, and burning sensation
- Vomiting
- Diarrhea
- Abdominal cramps
- Chest tightness
If a person shows these symptoms, it is best to go to the hospital immediately as it can lead to death
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