Egg Allergy in Adults
Allergies caused by consumable eggs are diagnosed primarily in children, and rarely in adults. Symptoms include digestive irritability, skin irritation, eczema, allergic rhinitis, allergic asthma and headaches.
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Common Symptoms
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Symptoms of adult egg allergy include migraines, topical dermatitis indicated by swollen skin and hives, nasal congestion, itchy and watery eyes, wheezing, coughing and difficulty breathing associated with allergic asthma, and stomach discomfort accompanied by vomiting and nausea.
Anaphylaxis
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Severe adult allergies to eggs can cause anaphylactic shock, whose symptoms, within five minutes of exposure, are confusion, inflammation of the throat, mouth and tongue, airway constriction, hives and nausea.
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Avoiding Eggs
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Eggs and egg derivatives are prevalent in baked goods, battered fried food, ice cream, frosting, custard, pudding, dressing, sauces, creamy soups and fillings, pasta, noodles and meat dishes containing eggs, such as meatloaf and egg-battered chicken.
Diagnosis
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Adult egg allergy may occur in predisposed adults with inherited allergies, and can indicate other common food allergies such as those to soy, peanuts and wheat, or may exist in combination with environmental allergies. Allergies can be diagnosed through skin prick tests and blood tests.
Prevention/Solution
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Avoidance is the most effective solution to adult egg allergy, with oral and topical antihistamines and inhalers effective in treating mild symptoms, and EpiPen injections necessary in cases of intense anaphylaxis emergencies.
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