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Side effects by Faith Seke
PhD, Agronomy and Crop Science (ongoing)/Master’s degree, Food Science and Technology/Bachelor’s degree in food science and nutrition honor’s degree · 1 years of experience · South Africa
- Egg white might lead to allergies mostly in children, rash, hives, swelling and runny nose are very prominent. A very rare allergic condition called anaphylatic shock can also occur due to the consumption of egg white.
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Side effects by Roseane M Silva
Master in Health Sciences, Bachelor in Nutrition · 7 years of experience · Brazil
- Five major hen egg proteins have ben identified: Gal d 1-5. Most of these proteins are found in egg whites. The allergenicity of these proteins depends mainly ( but not exclusively) on their resistance to heat and digestive enzymes.
- The patient may experience hives (plaques on the body associated with itching), angioedema (swelling of the eyelids, lips, hands), abdominal pain, vomiting, diarrhea, shortness of breath, wheezing and even anaphylaxis ( severe reaction)
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Side effects by Alli Shircliff
Masters of Science in Nutrition Counseling · 18 years of experience · United States
- Eggs are a top food allergen in the United States. So if you are allergic, be sure to read labels to ensure no eggs or egg whites are included in your food.
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