Allergy to eggs

Allergy to eggs is quite common and can occur virtually at any age. Allergens contained in eggs can cause allergic reactions of varying degrees of intensity. The most aggressive of them are ovomucoid and ovalbumin, less allergenic - lysozyme and conalbumin.

Much more often and more intensely, the allergy manifests itself in the protein of a raw egg, although with the use of cooked eggs it can also be quite strong. It should be noted that an egg allergy may be combined with an allergy to chicken meat, which is due to the presence of protein in it. Allergies to eggs can occur with the use of not only chicken eggs, but also turkey, goose, duck, etc. As a rule, such an allergy proceeds without complications, in very rare cases may cause anaphylactic shock. People suffering from this form of allergy are prohibited from eating eggs, as well as products containing their derivatives.

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Allergy to chicken eggs

An allergy to chicken eggs is most often caused by ovalbumin and ovomucoid, less often by conalbumin and lysozyme. In this case, the ovomucoid also has resistance to heat treatment, as a result of which an allergic reaction can occur both on raw and on a cooked egg. Allergies to chicken eggs are very often accompanied by intolerance to chicken meat. A yolk of a hen's egg can also cause allergies, but the frequency of allergic reactions to it is about half as much compared to the protein. In addition, during thermal treatment, the main yolk allergen - vitellin - is neutralized. Chicken eggs have a wide enough scope for the production of various foods (sausages, sausages, mayonnaise, pasta, etc.), which is why patients suffering from this type of allergy should be especially careful when choosing products and carefully read their composition before use, To avoid getting into the body of eggs in any form.

Allergy to eggs in adults

Allergy to eggs in adults is much less common than in children, usually with excessive consumption, resulting in the release of histamine in the body and the disorders of the functioning of the respiratory, digestive, cardiovascular system, as well as allergic skin reaction. The body begins to itch, there are red spots, swelling. If the cause of egg allergy in adults is excessive consumption, you must sharply reduce their number in the diet or completely limit it.

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How does the egg allergy manifest itself?

To understand how an egg allergy manifests, you need to know the main symptoms of it. First, it is an allergic skin reaction - red rashes, itching, swelling, eczema, redness of the oral mucosa. A negative reaction for allergies to eggs can also occur from the digestive, respiratory and cardiovascular systems. The patient, in addition to skin rashes, may experience diarrhea, nausea, rhinitis, lacrimation, wheezing cough, blushes may blush, and a headache may also join.

Symptoms of egg allergy

The first symptoms of allergy to eggs can occur even in infancy. Manifestations of allergies can be as follows: chaotic skin rashes red, sensation of painful tickling skin irritation, eczema, swelling and redness on the oral mucosa, digestive disorders, including abdominal pain, diarrhea, nausea, vomiting. On the part of the respiratory system, reddening of the eyelids, tearing, sneezing, nasal congestion, coughing, wheezing sounds in the chest, etc., can also cause a headache.

What if the baby is allergic to eggs?

Children are allergic to eggs is one of the most common. If a child is allergic to eggs, this means that the immune system rejects the protein and produces a response, accompanied by the release of histamines, thereby causing disruption to the functioning of certain body systems and damaging the skin. It should be noted that an allergic reaction can occur on the yolk. For the first time, an allergy to eggs can occur at a very early age. If a child is allergic to eggs, they can not be eaten, then all foods in which they are present in one form or another should also be discarded.

Diet for egg allergy

Diet in case of egg allergy implies, first of all, their exclusion from the diet. People who are allergic to eggs should take into account the fact that eggs are included in a variety of foods and not always displayed on the package. For example, in the production of pasta, sausages, some bakery products, eggs are used, although on the label in the product they may not be indicated. Also, the most common egg-containing products are the following: mayonnaise, sausages, ice cream, confectionery, various semi-finished products, crab sticks, etc. When studying the composition of the product, it must be borne in mind that it contains eggs if the label indicates components such as albumin, lecithin, thickener, coagulant, egg whites, egg yolk, emulsifier, lysozyme, ovoglobin, globulin, egg powder. To do without eggs when preparing dishes at home, you can use their analogue, diluting, for example, one tablespoon of yeast with a quarter glass of water or adding a tablespoon of banana or apricot puree to the prepared dish. You can also use gelatin to replace eggs when cooking, dissolving one packet in two tablespoons of hot water. Water with vegetable oil and soda (about 1-1.5 tablespoons) can also replace the egg when cooking. Diet for eggs allergies can consist of the following foods and foods:

• Beef or pork soup (chicken - are excluded).
• Potatoes, cabbage and other vegetables.
• Fruit.
• Porridge from different groats.
• Homemade pastries without eggs.
• Oil, milk.

In total, a diet for egg allergy can include various foods and dishes, most importantly, that they do not contain eggs and their derivatives in their composition. Chicken and broth are also excluded from the diet.

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Egg shell from allergies

The egg shell from allergies can have a pretty good effect. To prepare the powder from the shell, it is preferable to use eggs with a shell of white color. Before the preparation of the shell, you must carefully treat it with soap, then extract the contents from it, then thoroughly rinse and dry again. Grind the prepared shell using a crush or grinder. It should be borne in mind that when heat-treated, the shell will be much harder to digest by the body. Strict adherence to dosages is extremely important when used in the food of the shell, especially in young children. Children aged six months and up to a year are given a small pinch that can fit on the edge of the knife. Children from one year of a portion of the shell are doubled, the dosage for children five to seven years is half a teaspoon. In the shell before consumption, it is recommended to add a few drops of fresh lemon juice for better absorption by the body. Egg shells for allergies are taken for two to three months or more. The maximum dosage for adults is one teaspoon per day. The water in which the eggs were cooked or the eggshell lay for a day could also be used for medicinal purposes - for applying the applica- tions for allergic rashes. Before using eggshells for medicinal purposes, do not forget that the eggs must be necessarily fresh, and the shell - well washed. Pre-prepared shell before use should be left in a dark place at the usual temperature in the room. The shell, as a rule, is taken inside regardless of the intake of food. The use of eggshells is possible even for people who have an allergic reaction to eggs, because in itself it is not an allergen.

Quail eggs from allergies

Quail eggs from allergies can be used by both adults and children, since they are considered a hypoallergenic product, are well absorbed by the body, are the source of many trace elements and, therefore, can be recommended for use as a dietary supplement for various allergic reactions, and for everyday use. Quail eggs saturate the body with many minerals. The use of the shell of quail eggs for allergies helps to reduce the symptoms of the disease and has a positive effect on its course if the patient does not have allergies to this product. Take quail eggs on an empty stomach half an hour before eating, squeezed with water or natural juice. For preventive purposes, quail eggs are recommended to be consumed in the following quantities: for children aged one to three years, one to two eggs per day, from three to eight years - two to three eggs, eight to twelve - three to four eggs, children older than twelve, and also adults - from four to six eggs a day. Quail eggs with allergies are consumed in salted form, washed down with warm water. If the child has an allergic reaction manifested in the form of diathesis, you can use the following means: take a lemon, rinse well, squeeze a little juice into a spoon. Razstolkite dried shell of quail eggs in a mortar and add a few drops of lemon juice. The resulting mixture is given to the baby in small portions depending on the age several times a day.

Treatment of egg allergy

Allergy to eggs treatment involves symptomatic, since it is impossible to influence the cause of the disease. As the main treatment, it is necessary to exclude from the diet eggs and products that contain egg white, yolk, powder and other elements present in the eggs. When treating allergies to eggs, it is possible to use antihistamines to relieve allergy symptoms. Quail eggs can be used as an analogue of chicken or other allergenic. When eggs are allergic, egg shell treatment is also possible, which is ground and ingested in an amount corresponding to the age of the patient. For the smallest children, for example, this is a small pinch. Before use, the eggshell is thoroughly cleaned with a food detergent. However, without any prior consultation of a physician, any means for allergies is not recommended. The allergist will first conduct allergic tests and establish an allergen, after which he will appoint a competent therapy, which also includes a therapeutic diet.