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Egg Allergy Symptoms

People who have never dealt with egg allergy symptoms may think this problem is simple to solve by not eating eggs for breakfast. But eggs are in everything. A person who has an intolerance to this food will have to change his way of living, especially the way he eats. He will have to develop egg allergy recipes to substitute for the many dishes that contain the offending product. For example, think of all the foods that contain eggs: cake, some breads, muffins, meat loaf, sauces, dressings, mayonnaise, and many others. It is important to begin reading food labels to get to know what is inside that processed dish. Eating at restaurants becomes a detective search to find out what the dishes contain and which are free from the offending substance.





When an allergic substance enters the body, the body's immune system targets it as an invader and brings to bear all its defenses against the substance. That can bring about reactions from the body. In fighting off the allergic substance, the body creates antibodies to do the work. They are called immunoglobulin E (IgE), and they trigger the release of chemicals called histamines. These chemicals are what produce egg allergy symptoms which can affect the respiratory system, the intestinal tract, and the skin. The person could experience wheezing, nausea, headaches, stomachaches, and hives. Most people are reacting to the protein in the whites, not the yolks, but some people are allergic to both parts. The reaction usually happens within minutes to hours after eating something with the offending substance. The reaction usually lasts less than a day. Each of the body systems involved in a reaction can have different warning signs. The skin will develop red, bumpy rashes, eczema, or redness and swelling around the mouth. The intestinal tract will develop belly cramps, diarrhea, nausea, or vomiting. The respiratory tract will develop a runny nose, itchy, watery eyes, and sneezing. If the person has asthma, he can also experience coughing and wheezing.



For people who are especially sensitive to a reaction, having egg allergy recipes can be a life saver. These people suffer from strong reactions called anaphylaxis. This causes the mouth and throat to swell, and also may affect the airways leading to the lungs, closing them off to breathing. These people may also experience a dangerous drop in blood pressure. This will make them feel dizzy or pass out and may lead to shock. Anaphylaxis can be a deadly condition, so when a person finds out that he has that severe of an allergic reaction, he needs to take every precaution to avoid whatever it is that causes the reaction. People who are especially sensitive to egg allergy symptoms may need to avoid fumes from eggs or even getting any of the food on their skin. Any of these connections may lead to an anaphylaxis reaction.





If a person suspects that he has egg allergy symptoms, that person should consult an allergist, who specializes in these types of conditions. This physician will also put the patient in contact with a dietician who can recommend egg allergy recipes so that the patient can eat as normal a diet as possible. The dietician can also advise the patient on danger areas in eating out, in buying groceries, and in detecting reading food labels. The allergist will perform certain skin tests to make sure that the reaction is to the substance. The doctor will place liquid extracts on the patient's forearm or back, pricking the skin a bit to make sure that the extract goes beneath the skin, and then waits to see what reaction will happen. If reddish, raised spots form, that means the patient is allergic to the substance. The doctor may also take blood samples to have them tested in a laboratory, where the blood will be checked for IgE antibodies. Some over-the-counter medications can interfere with these tests, such as anti-allergy medications, cold medications, and antidepressants, so these need to be stopped two to three days before the skin tests.



Some people carry an injection of epinephrine in case of an emergency. Medical staff trains these people to use the medication when needed. It comes in a container about the size of a large marker and is a life-saver for those who contact their allergic product inadvertently. As soon as this person feels egg allergy symptoms, he administers the injection to counteract the reaction. At this point, this person should also call 911 and wait for emergency help. Many times, a sufferer will have a second wave of reactions, so it's important to get to a medical facility right away. The patient may need to be observed for four to eight hours. Over-the-counter antihistamines may also help alleviate reactions for some people, but they are not a replacement for epinephrine. When considering egg allergy recipes, the Internet is a great resource for finding new foods to make. There are groups that share these dishes and make cooking for the sufferer much easier and tastier. The apostle John writes in 3 John 1:2, "Beloved, I wish above all things that thou mayest prosper and be in health, even as thy soul prospereth." Health is a marvelous asset, and we can never take it for granted. Sometimes that means finding the right egg allergy recipes and becoming the kind of cook we always dreamed we could be. Anyone can find a recipe for cakes and breads and other foods that are free from any allergic substance. Once that person has taken the time to prepare meals in this way, it will get easier and more ways of preparing dishes will come up.

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