Type 1 Flashcards
1
Q
Antigens
A
Pollen, mould, drugs, food and parasites
2
Q
Mediators
A
IgE and mast cells
3
Q
Diagnosis
A
Skin prick and serum IgE
4
Q
Reaction time
A
5-10 minutes
5
Q
Pathology
A
Oedema, mast cell degranulation and eosinophils
6
Q
Diseases
A
Asthma, rhinitis, analphylaxis and food allergy
7
Q
Treatment
A
Antigen avoidance, H1 receptor antagonist, corticosteroids, montelukast, cromones and adrenaline for anaphylaxis