An allergic
reaction involves the immune system or defense system. If you have an allergy
to eggs, your immune system identifies eggs as an invader or allergen. Your
immune system overreacts by producing antibodies called Immunoglobulin E (IgE).
These antibodies travel to cells that release chemicals, causing an allergic
reaction.
Studies show that most egg allergic
individuals can receive the flu vaccine safely under the care of their
allergist.
There are two ways people with
confirmed egg allergy can receive the flu vaccine without being skin tested for
the vaccine first.
1) One way is to receive the vaccine
in two parts. You receive 10 percent of the full dose and wait 30 minutes to
see if allergic symptoms develop. If symptoms do not develop, the remainder of
the dosage is given and another 30 minute observation period is held.
2) Another way is to give the entire
vaccine followed by a 30 minute observation period.
Both should be used under the
direction of an allergist skilled in administering the vaccine to people with
food allergies.
Reference information: www.aaaai.org/
The information aims to provide educational
purpose only. Anyone reading it should consult physician before considering
treatment and should not rely on the information above.
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