IgE-mediated allergy from vegetable allergens

Ann Allergy. 1993 Nov;71(5):470-6.

Abstract

Allergy to fresh fruits and vegetables is IgE-mediated. Its main clinical features are local, such as oral pruritus and swelling of lips and tongue but systemic symptoms such as urticaria, asthma, or anaphylactic shock may occur. Clinical associations with allergic rhinitis due to cross-reactive antigens of pollens and foods are frequent.

Publication types

  • Meta-Analysis

MeSH terms

  • Adolescent
  • Adult
  • Aged
  • Allergens / immunology
  • Child
  • Child, Preschool
  • Cross Reactions
  • Female
  • Food Hypersensitivity / diagnosis
  • Food Hypersensitivity / immunology*
  • Fruit / immunology
  • Humans
  • Immunoglobulin E / pharmacology*
  • Male
  • Middle Aged
  • Rhinitis, Allergic, Seasonal / immunology
  • Skin Tests
  • Vegetables / immunology*

Substances

  • Allergens
  • Immunoglobulin E