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Chicken allergy can occur after eating chicken or sometimes from skin contact with chicken feathers. Most people with a chicken allergy have mild symptoms. However, in some people serious reactions such as anaphylaxis can develop, and require immediate medical treatment.
1. Is chicken allergy common?
Allergic reactions to chicken or to chicken meat are very rare. However, they can affect everyone and at any age. This allergic reaction is common in adolescents, although it may have started in preschool age, but the manifestation is not clear.
Allergy to chicken can occur as a primary allergy (true allergy) or secondary allergy (due to a cross-reaction with another allergen such as an allergy to eggs. This is also very rare).
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2. Chicken allergy and chicken intolerance
People can have an allergy or intolerance to chicken meat / other chicken related food products such as eggs or chicken feathers.
Allergies are often associated with generalized symptoms such as: swelling and rash. Whereas intolerance is associated with digestive problems, such as diarrhea.
In addition, an allergic reaction is another uncommon condition called “bird's egg” syndrome that occurs when eating raw or undercooked egg yolks or inhaling chicken feathers.
3. Chicken allergy symptoms
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Chicken allergy can cause symptoms ranging from mild to dangerous. Since it is such a rare condition, it can be difficult to determine what the most common reaction is. However, people who are allergic or intolerant to chicken may experience some of the following symptoms after eating or coming into contact with chicken:
Coughing or wheezing Red, hives-like skin irritation Throat inflammation or swelling Swollen tongue or lips Nausea or vomiting Stomach cramps Diarrhea Sore throat Swollen and watery eyes In more severe cases, people can experience a dangerous allergic reaction called anaphylaxis. Some of the symptoms and signs of anaphylaxis:
Shortness of breath Fast heartbeat Decreased blood pressure Rapid pulse Loss of consciousness If a person experiences any of the above symptoms after eating cooked chicken or handling meat raw chickens, they need immediate medical attention. Because these are dangerous symptoms that can lead to a life-threatening condition.
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4. You may be allergic to chicken, but not eggs
If a person is allergic to chicken, it does not mean they will be allergic to eggs. In other cases, a person may have a secondary increase in sensitivity to chicken meat due to the effects of other allergens, such as in "bird's-egg" syndrome. To date, there have been only a few reports of people having an egg allergy and also having a chicken allergy.
Doctors do not consider people with "bird's egg" syndrome to have a primary chicken allergy. But these people had an allergic reaction to a protein found in both egg yolks and chicken.
5. Chicken Allergy Management
People with a chicken allergy should avoid any contact with raw or cooked chicken. While that's not always the case, some people may also need to avoid whole eggs, especially raw or undercooked eggs. They are commonly found in many products such as cookie dough or baking powder. Therefore, when choosing these products, it is necessary to carefully check the ingredient labels.
In case of accidental exposure, people can use over-the-counter antihistamines. Because, it works to help prevent the immune system from overreacting to chickens.
Anyone experiencing a severe reaction should be rushed to the emergency room and the doctor may prescribe an injection of epinephrine.
6. Risk factors for chicken allergy
If you have asthma or eczema, you may be prone to food allergies including chicken allergies. Furthermore, a person with a chicken allergy may be allergic to other related substances. They may then avoid eating some or all foods such as: chicken soup, chicken products, geese, turkey, fish and shrimp, ducks, birds, and pheasants.
Some people with a chicken allergy are also allergic to chicken eggs (“bird egg syndrome”). People with this syndrome are often allergic to certain substances in egg yolk and serum albumin. Furthermore, if you have "bird's-egg" syndrome you may be at increased risk of an allergic reaction to parakeets.
If you are allergic to chicken, you may also be allergic to chicken droppings, feathers, and feather dust. This sensitivity can extend to the feathers and droppings of other types of poultry, such as turkeys.
Or some vaccines such as yellow fever vaccine contain chicken protein. This vaccine may cause an allergic reaction.
7. Complications of chicken allergy
You might mistake a chicken allergy for a cold. This is because some symptoms such as runny nose, sore throat are present in both of these cases. Additionally, you may experience an upset stomach as your body tries to get rid of the allergen.
The most serious complication of a chicken allergy is anaphylaxis. This is a serious systemic reaction, and requires immediate medical attention. Some signs of anaphylaxis include: heart palpitations and arrhythmias, sudden drop in blood pressure, heart palpitations, shortness of breath, swelling of the airways, loss of consciousness, etc. In this case, the doctor may prescribe an EpiPen or order an injection of epinephrine (adrenaline). These medications can save your life in the event of an acute allergic reaction.
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Article reference source: medicalnewstoday.com, healthline.com
