Celery--cause of severe anaphylactic shock.

Celery--cause of severe anaphylactic shock.

Postepy Hig Med Dosw (Online). 2012;66:132-4

Authors: Pałgan K, Götz-Żbikowska M, Tykwińska M, Napiórkowska K, Bartuzi Z

Abstract

BACKGROUND: We present a case of anaphylactic shock induced by celery ingestion in a 28-year old woman with pollinosis during allergen (50% birch, 50% grass) immunotherapy.

CASE REPORT: A female patient, aged 28 was admitted to the clinic due to a serious anaphylactic reaction. The event took place 15 min after ingesting fresh celery. She recovered after routine treatment with adrenaline, corticosteroids and antazoline.

CONCLUSIONS: Our case shows the possibility of simultaneous occurrence of hypersensitivity to inhaled allergens and food. In such cases, it is considered part of cross-reactivity We discuss the importance of cross- reactivity associated with sensitization to pollen and vegetable foods.

PMID: 22470187 [PubMed - indexed for MEDLINE]