Shellfish allergy is an immune system response to the proteins found in certain types of seafood. It’s the most common… Read more »
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Odd Anaphylaxis: Pollen in a Scrape; Shrimp Plus Dust Mite Shots
Allergists have recently come across two odd causes for anaphylaxis. While both cases are distinct, each involves a combination of… Read more »
Protein Links Shrimp and Roach Allergies
Inner-city kids who live in homes where there are cockroaches have significantly higher levels of the Immunoglobulin E (IgE) antibody… Read more »
Fast Facts About Seafood Allergies
Did you know that 30 to 50 per cent of those with an allergy to one of the seafood groups will react ot more than one type of fish or shellfish?