7 - Pedi Allergic Dzs Flashcards
1
Q
atopic dermatitis aka
A
eczema
2
Q
genetic mutation assoc w/ allergic dzs
A
filaggrin (FLG) mutations
3
Q
main triggering factors for eczema
A
irritants - harsh fabrics, soaps/detergents, scented things
micro - staph aureus
food allergens - cows milk, wheat, egg, soy
aeroallergens - dust mites, animal dander, pollens, molds
4
Q
major food allergens in kids vs adults
A
kids - milk egg soy wheat peanut treenut
adult - peanut treenut shellfish fish
5
Q
sx of a non-IgE food allergy response
A
atopic dermatitis, V/D/abd pain
6
Q
what % of food allergy responses are biphasic?
A
30%
7
Q
food allergens most likely to cause anaphylaxis
A
peanut, tree nut, seafood (cows milk and egg in young children)
