Author(s): Caroline J. Lodge | Shyamali C. Dharmage | Rida U. Khalafzai | Michael J. Abramson | David J. Hill | Cliff S. Hosking | Katrina J. Allen
Journal: International Journal of Clinical Medicine
ISSN 2158-284X
Volume: 03;
Issue: 06;
Start page: 559;
Date: 2012;
Original page
Keywords: Anaphylaxis | Skin Prick Testing
ABSTRACT
Introduction: Skin prick testing (SPT) is a common test to diagnose IgE sensitization and the rate of adverse reactions is very low. Case Presentation: 29-year-old woman with anaphylactic reaction to routine SPT with 11 allergens (aero and food). Discussion: Allergy profile included multiple food and inhalant allergies, polysensitization, prior episode of anaphylaxis to mushrooms, active eczema and active hay fever but not active asthma. Conclusion: Anaphylaxis to SPT, although a rare event, is unpredictable necessitating availability of appropriate personnel and adequate resuscitation facilities for all testing.
Journal: International Journal of Clinical Medicine
ISSN 2158-284X
Volume: 03;
Issue: 06;
Start page: 559;
Date: 2012;
Original page
Keywords: Anaphylaxis | Skin Prick Testing
ABSTRACT
Introduction: Skin prick testing (SPT) is a common test to diagnose IgE sensitization and the rate of adverse reactions is very low. Case Presentation: 29-year-old woman with anaphylactic reaction to routine SPT with 11 allergens (aero and food). Discussion: Allergy profile included multiple food and inhalant allergies, polysensitization, prior episode of anaphylaxis to mushrooms, active eczema and active hay fever but not active asthma. Conclusion: Anaphylaxis to SPT, although a rare event, is unpredictable necessitating availability of appropriate personnel and adequate resuscitation facilities for all testing.