The immune system of allergic people regards protein contained in eggs as dangerous and produces antibodies to resist it. It combats intruders by releasing immunoglobulin E. These antibodies in turn will release chemicals such as histamine to fight back. The problem is that the release of these chemicals will adversely affect the respiratory, gastrointestinal and cardiovascular systems. All the symptoms of egg allergy will be obvious on the skin.
egg allergy symptoms
oral symptoms
redness and swelling in the mouth and lips are very common egg allergic reactions. 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.
skin reaction
egg allergy will be reflected on the skin first. The most obvious are bumps, red rashes, and urticaria. They can be regarded as eczema (atopic dermatitis) and itching. Almost all food allergies have skin reactions, so it is necessary to trace 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 lethargy or fatigue, and eggs may also cause severe angina pectoris.
respiratory symptoms
everything starts with a runny nose, which then leads to itching, tears, sneezing, asthma and cough. It may also trigger severe "angioedema", in which blood vessels under the skin near the hands, face, tongue and genitals swell. Migraine and nocturia can also be called egg allergy symptoms. Egg allergy can cause allergic nasal inflammation, usually called sexual rhinitis.
can't children eat eggs for life if they are allergic to eggs?
It is suggested that you can go to the hospital for testing 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, you are advised not to eat them.