Compresses containing a nonsteroidal antiinflammatory drug (NSAID) are commonly used in Japan. However, this treatment may induce both allergic and photoallergic contact dermatitis from the NSAIDs and their ingredients. Here, we describe a case of allergic contact dermatitis with diffuse erythematous reaction due to diisopropanolamine in the applied compress. The absorption of diisopropanolamin...

Background: Asparaginase is an important component of pediatric acute lymphoblastic leukemia therapy. Unfortunately, this treatment is hampered by hypersensitivity reactions. In general, allergies cause complete inactivation of the drug, regardless of the severity. However, we report atypical allergic reactions without inactivation of asparaginase, here called allergic-like reactions. Procedure...

Abstract The current management of a primary IgE-mediated peanut allergy consists the two basic pillars “exposure prophylaxis” with avoidance allergen and “emergency therapy” short-term treatment an acute allergic reaction after accidental ingestion. Accidental reactions are common despite attempted avoidance. severity or even anaphylactic ingestion is difficult to assess prior reaction. In add...

Atropine is the drug of choice for treatment of organophosphate nerve agent and insecticide intoxication and has been used for this indication for several decades. Adverse reactions to atropine may occur, and are of two types: toxic and allergic. Toxic reaction, the most common form, results from the anti-muscarinic effects of the drug. Since it is most probably related to interpersonal variati...

Goji berry (wolfberry), a member of the Solanacea family, has been recently introduced in Western countries and its consumption has increased rapidly. The objectives of the study were to describe the cases of 2 patients who experienced allergic symptoms after Goji berry consumption, to identify the protein profile of the extract, to analyze the allergenic profile of individuals, and to determin...