Allergen Data Collection: Cow's Milk (Bos domesticus)
		80%	Cow's milk allergy (CMA) can be defined as any adverse reaction mediated by immunological mechanisms to cow's milk proteins. CMA can be divided in IgE-mediated reactions (IgE-CMA) and non-IgE-mediated reactions (non-IgE-CMA) which may involve other immunoglobulins, immune complexes and cell-mediated reactions. Patients with non-IgE-CMA and digestive symptoms can present with the following well defined clinical pictures: milk- induced enterocolitis, milk- induced proctitis, or milk- induced enteropathy. CMA should be differentiated from cow's milk intolerance (CMI) reactions due to lactase deficiency or other non immune mediated causes which are not subject of the present review. Most CMA has its onset in the first year of life, and becomes apparent at the time of weaning from breastfeeding. Prevalences of CMA range from 1.6% to 2.8% in unselected children younger than 2 years of age (elimination / challenge proven). Oral tolerance is frequently acquired in about 50 to 90% of children with CMA within the first 6 years of life. However, severe CMA may persist into adulthood. The frequency of sensitization to cow's milk in adults has recently been estimated by RAST to be 0.7% and 1.2% in Scandinavian countries. Matthias Besler Internet Symposium on Food Allergens   Germany
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			Allergen Data Collection: Hen's Egg White - Update
		0%	Hen's egg white is a major cause of type I allergic reactions in man, particularly in children. Its universal application as a nutrient and food additive has caused several cases of anaphylactic reactions due to incidental ingestion. The present data collection provides an overview of prevalence data, symptoms and common sources of hidden egg white allergens in tabular form. Estimations of total frequency vary considerably with patient cohorts (case history, countries of origin) and diagnostic criteria. Detailed information about chemical and molecular biological as well as allergenic features of the relatively well- characterized four major egg white allergens (ovomucoid Gal d 1, ovalbumin Gal d 2, ovotransferrin Gal d 3 and lysozyme Gal d 4) are given. Studies of B-cell and T-cell epitopes as well as immunoglobulin and cytokine production are summarized. BARKHOLT, BESLER, SAMPSON Internet Symposium on Food Allergens   Germany
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			Allergen Data Collection: Kiwi Fruit
		0%	First reports of allergic reactions to kiwi fruit occurred relatively late in 1981, when this exotic fruit was becoming more common in nutrition in western countries. The prevalence of kiwi fruit allergy seems to be low in food allergic individuals. Nevertheless IgE mediated reactions after ingestion of kiwi fruit can be most severe, as shown by several cases of anaphylactic shocks. Belonging to the latex- associated fruit- allergens, kiwi is involved in so-called oral allergy syndrome which is reflected by high frequencies of kiwi allergy in birch pollen and latex sensitive patients. This review represents data on prevalence, symptoms, and cross- reacting allergens in tabular form. The molecular biological and allergenic properties of the two major kiwi allergens (Actinidin Act c 1 and a 43-kDa-Allergen) are summarized. Matthias Besler Internet Symposium on Food Allergens   Germany
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			Allergen Data Collection: Peanut (Arachis hypogaea)
		0%	Among food allergy, peanut allergy is common and severe. Epidemiologic studies of the general population estimate a prevalence rate of 0.5%, and peanut allergy accounts for 10-47% of food- induced anaphylactic reactions. Symptoms may vary in severity from mild urticaria or localized oral symptoms, to severe systemic reactions that can be fatal. Reactions typically occur within a few minutes following ingestion. Peanut hypersensitivity usually begins in early childhood and usually persists throughout life, with only a small percentage of young children achieving tolerance. BANNON G, BESLER M, et al. Internet Symposium on Food Allergens   Germany
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			Allergen Data Collection: Soybean (Glycine max)
		5%	The data collection summarizes the results of an extensive literature search in tabular form. Detailed information about prevalence, symptoms, and allergen sources is represented. The allergenic potencies of processed foods, infant formulas and transgenic soybeans are reviewed. Molecular biological and allergenic properties of the major soybean allergens are described. Matthias Besler Internet Symposium on Food Allergens   Germany
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			Allergen Nomenclature
		0%	A list of allergens and isoallergens. New allergen form. Nomenclature publication Nomenclature editorial International Union of Immunological Societies   Australia
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			Allergens
		0%	Informative Allergen article covering house mite, animal dander, diet and pollen. Allerayde   United Kingdom
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			Allergens And Airborne Irritants
		0%	Allergic reactions or responses to fumes, perfumes, smoke or other irritants in the air may trigger an asthma attack. This is a short but informative article relating to allergens & airborne irritants. Intelihealth   USA
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			Allergic Conjunctivitis (Pink Eye)
		0%	What Are The Symptoms Of Allergic Conjunctivitis? How Is Allergic Conjunctivitis Treated? What Can I Do To Help Relieve Symptoms? Web MD Health   USA
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			Allergic Rhinitis (Hay Fever)
		0%	Allergic Rhinitis is caused by inhaling airborne particles you may be allergic to. These are called allergens. Out of the more than 50 million Americans who suffer from allergies, 24-40 million suffer from airborne allergies. These are caused by: Multidata - Pollen.Com   USA
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