Carbohydrates In Meat - The Cause Of A Severe Allergic Reaction

Author: Dean Rouseberg Time for reading: ~0 minutes Last Updated: August 08, 2022

Carbohydrates In Meat - The Cause Of A Severe Allergic Reaction

In patients with anaphylaxis for no apparent reason, an allergic reaction to alpha-gal carbohydrate has been reported.

According to scientists from the University of Virginia, the cause of recurrent allergic reactions of unknown origin may be a certain carbohydrate in meat.

U.S. researchers have conducted in-depth studies of 60 patients from the United States and Australia suffering from a. Anaphylaxis is a sudden, severe allergic reaction to an allergen.

Anaphylaxis is a life-threatening condition that can occur suddenly and affects the whole body with severe allergic symptoms including: difficulty breathing, rash, bloating, abdominal pain, low blood pressure leading to shock.

The condition requires urgent medical treatment when it is needed immediately to avoid potential death.

According to the results of the study published in the journal HealthDay, 25 of the volunteers tested were found to have a positive allergic reaction to the alpha-gal carbohydrate.

Experts warn that patients who are allergic to unknown substances are at risk of recurrence.

Carbohydrates In Meat - The Cause Of A Severe Allergic Reaction

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