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[Anaphylaxis caused by a mosquito: 2 case reports].

S Hassoun1, M Drouet, A Sabbah

  • 1Laboratoire d'Immuno-Allergologie, CHU, Angers.

Allergie Et Immunologie
|November 26, 1999
PubMed
Summary

Anaphylaxis from mosquito allergy is rare but treatable. The basophil activation test effectively diagnosed two cases, and immunotherapy showed high efficacy and tolerance.

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Area of Science:

  • Allergy and Immunology
  • Insect Allergy
  • Anaphylaxis

Background:

  • Mosquito allergy causing anaphylaxis is exceptionally rare.
  • Mosquito allergens are found in salivary glands and juices, with molecular weights ranging from 22 to 95 kD.

Observation:

  • Presents two cases of anaphylaxis attributed to mosquito bites.
  • Clinical history showed strong correlation with immunological findings.

Findings:

  • The basophil activation test proved effective in diagnosing mosquito allergy.
  • Specific immunotherapy using whole body mosquito extracts demonstrated significant efficacy.

Implications:

  • Highlights the diagnostic utility of the basophil activation test for rare insect allergies.
  • Suggests whole body mosquito extract immunotherapy as a viable treatment option for severe reactions.
  • Emphasizes the potential for successful desensitization and tolerance induction in patients with mosquito allergy.

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