The immune system of allergic people regards protein contained in eggs as a dangerous substance and produces antibodies to resist it. It fights invaders by releasing immunoglobulin e. These antibodies will in turn release chemicals such as histamine to fight back. The problem is that the release of these chemicals will adversely affect the respiratory system, gastrointestinal system and cardiovascular system. All the symptoms of egg allergy will be obvious on the skin.
Egg allergy symptoms
Oral symptoms
Red and swollen mouth and lips are common allergic reactions of eggs. Scientifically, it is also called angioedema. Sometimes inflammation is accompanied by itching and pain, which may hinder eating and talking. Oral symptoms are obvious, so these symptoms can lead to emotional anxiety.
cutaneous reaction
Egg allergy will first be reflected in the skin. The most obvious are lumps, rashes and urticaria. They can be regarded as eczema (atopic dermatitis) and itching. Almost all food allergies have skin reactions, which need to be traced back to the source to make a correct diagnosis.
Gastrointestinal symptoms
Abdominal cramps, nausea, diarrhea and vomiting are common symptoms of egg allergy. Abdominal pain and indigestion can easily be considered as other symptoms, so these symptoms are often deceptive. Gastrointestinal symptoms are also the chief culprit of drowsiness or fatigue, and eggs may also cause severe angina pectoris.
Respiratory symptoms
Everything starts with a runny nose, and then it leads to itching, tears, sneezing, asthma and cough. It may also cause severe "angioedema", that is, swelling of blood vessels under the skin near the hands, face, tongue and genitals. Migraine and nocturia can also be called egg allergy symptoms. Egg allergy can cause allergic rhinitis, usually called sexual rhinitis.
Can't a child who is allergic to eggs eat eggs for life?
I suggest you go to the hospital for a test to see if you are still allergic to eggs. If you are no longer allergic, you can eat eggs, but if you are still allergic, it is recommended not to eat them.