Allergy and the skin

Question 1

what is the clinical presentation of a type 1 allergy/hypersensitivity

Answer 1

urticaria
angiodema
wheezing/asthma
anaphylaxis

Question 2

when should do a challenge test?

Answer 2

only if SPT negative

Question 3

investigations for type 1 allergy?

Answer 3

specific Ig E (RAST)

skin prick
challenge test

serum mast cell tryptase level

Question 4

how to treat type 1 allergy?

Answer 4

allergen avoidance
anti-histamines
corticosteroids

adrenaline

mast cell stabaliser
immunotherapy

Question 5

is coeliac and allergic reaction?

Answer 5

no.

causes by mast cell degranulation and not IgE mediated

Question 6

what mediated type 4 allergy/hypersensitivity?

Answer 6

T cell

this a delayed reaction

Question 7

common allergens or type 4 allergy

Answer 7

preservatives in cosmetics
nickel
fragnances
tattoo

Question 8

common allergens for type 1

Answer 8

nuts
sea food
pollen
latex
bee sting
animal dander