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In eggs, both the white part and the yolk part contain proteins that can cause allergies when consumed. There are over 40 different types of protein in eggs but the most common is the Ovalbumin protein, which is found in egg whites. Protein allergy when consuming egg white has a greater proportion than when consuming yolk
1. Age group most affected by egg allergy
Egg allergy is estimated to affect about 1.3% of young children, although most children develop this allergy. For infants and children, this is the second most common food allergy after milk allergy. Most egg allergies, if any, begin in childhood, but can develop at an older age.
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2. Egg allergy symptoms
The most common symptoms indicative of an allergic egg reaction include:
Dermatitis or hives (most common reaction) Eczema Asthma symptoms (cough, wheezing, chest tightness, tightness in the chest) or difficulty breathing) Nasal congestion, runny nose, and sneezing (allergic rhinitis) Gastrointestinal symptoms (cramps, nausea, or vomiting) Anaphylaxis (Airway constriction (swelling of the throat or lump in the throat) causing difficulty breathing), abdominal pain and cramps, rapid heartbeat, shock (feeling a severe drop in blood pressure such as dizziness, lightheadedness, or loss of consciousness)
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3. Some foods can replace eggs used in meals
| Những thực phẩm phổ biến bao gồm trứng | Bữa ăn thay thế cho người dị ứng trứng |
| Bữa sáng với các món trứng | Sữa chua, pho mai, ngũ cốc |
| Các loại kem và sữa chua đông lạnh | Đá bào và nước ngọt đông lạnh |
| Bánh pudding | Thạch hoa quả |
| Thịt viên | Hamburger |
| Sốt mayonnaise | Sốt giấm táo hoặc sốt mù tạt |
| Bánh mì, bánh nướng xốp, bánh vòng... | Bánh tortillas, Bánh mì nướng không chứa trứng |
4. Can someone with an egg allergy occasionally eat processed eggs?
People with a mild to moderate egg allergy can consume processed eggs as an ingredient in baked goods, cakes, breads or cookies. Some people need to consult a medical professional when using these foods. However, people with egg allergies should avoid certain foods with larger amounts of eggs such as pancakes.
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Reference article: Theicn.org
