Alpha-Gal Syndrome
Alpha-gal in health products triggers anaphylaxis in half of alpha-gal syndrome patients
Nearly half of patients with alpha-gal syndrome have had an anaphylactic reaction to health products that include alpha gal, according to a study presented at the DIA 2023 Annual Global Meeting in Boston.
Top in allergy/asthma: Alpha-gal syndrome testing; NASA public health projects
Although the number of alpha-gal syndrome tests increased in Tennessee from 2013 to 2022, the proportion of confirmed cases remained stable, recent data show.
Alpha-gal syndrome testing increases but positive test proportions remain stable
The number of patients tested for alpha-gal syndrome increased across middle Tennessee from 2013 to 2022, but the proportion of confirmed cases remained stable, according to a letter published in Annals of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology.
Comorbid conditions associated with time to, severity of alpha-gal reactions
SAN ANTONIO — Symptom patterns in alpha-gal syndrome suggest concurrent diseases such as autoimmune disease and vitamin D deficiency, according to data presented at the American Academy of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology Annual Meeting.
Top news of March: Diphenhydramine, socioeconomics, alpha-gal syndrome, epinephrine, more
Our Food Allergy: Fact vs. Fiction column and research presented at the 2023 American Academy of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology Annual Meeting in San Antonio dominated our list of the most read stories in allergy and asthma for March.
AGA: Consider alpha-gal syndrome for unexplained GI symptoms in Lone star tick territory
The AGA has published a new clinical practice update on the diagnosis and management of patients with alpha-gal syndrome, an emerging food allergy that manifests with common gastrointestinal symptoms and is caused by Lone Star tick bites.
VIDEO: Alpha-gal syndrome involves more than mammalian meat consumption
SAN ANTONIO — Alpha-gal syndrome may be a food allergy, but it involves more than just food, Scott P. Commins, MD, PhD, said in this Healio exclusive video from the American Academy of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology Annual Meeting.
Top news of January: Tick bites and alpha-gal syndrome, benefits of dogs, more
Healio compiled the most-read news in allergy, asthma and immunology posted in January.
Tick bites linked to alpha-gal syndrome
Tick bite history was a risk factor for alpha-gal syndrome and elevated alpha-gal-specific IgE levels, according to a case-control study published in Annals of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology.
Researchers clarify diagnostic values for alpha-gal syndrome
LOUISVILLE, Ky. — Because alpha-gal specific IgE levels differ among sexes, ratios or percentages should be used instead, according to a study presented at the American College of Asthma & Immunology Annual Scientific Meeting.