Jackfruit Anaphylaxis Due to Cross Reactivity with Latex

Growing evidence has demonstrated that many common plant foods such as mangos, kiwis and jackfruit lead to cross reactivity with the latex antigen in allergic patients. Here, we discuss case of a 68 year old female Bangladeshi descent who developed shortness breath setting anaphylaxis following ingestion (Artocarpus heterophyllus). The patient had history allergy described mild rash along seasonal allergies causing rhinorrhea, congestion sneezing. Given strong cultural significance consumption Asian countries growing popularity use superfood meat alternative Western nations, population , there is need for extensive education on between prevent deadly cross-reactivity induced anaphylaxis. With this report, hope raise awareness rare, yet morbid association.