Progesterone hypersensitivity
We encountered the most typical case of Progesterone hypersensitivity.
EpiPen injection
Patient seen today was carrying an Epipen for a previous anaphylactic episode of undetermined origin but had no records of baseline tryptase levels. All such patients should be screened for… Read more EpiPen injection →
Soy allergy: a tricky presentation
Patient with known soy allergy claims drinking soy milk without problems but has a history of major allergic reaction to Tofu. It turns out pepsin degrades the beta-conglycinin in soy… Read more Soy allergy: a tricky presentation →
COX 2 safety
COX 2 inhibitors are the medication of choice in patients with ASA sensitivity. I don’t recall any incident of reaction to COX 2 inhibitors in patients with aspirin sensitivity. But… Read more COX 2 safety →
Aspirin Desensitization
After premedication protocol we start with ketorolac nasal spray and discharge the patient after 325 mg aspirin challenge.
Understanding Food Allergies
Understanding food allergies – https://knowridge.com/2018/02/understanding-food-allergies/
Aspirin Allergy
Low dose aspirin commonly used to reduce cardiovascular risk. We commonly encounter patients with ASA allergy. Aspirin desensitization is of great help for these patients.
A simple observation by an expert
Eosinophilia was the topic of the day in office. Remembering a conference where Dr Gleich quoted his recent publication. “A simple clinical test, namely inspection of the nail beds for… Read more A simple observation by an expert →
Academic Allergy Asthma & Immunology 