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Allergy to macadamia nut
1Louisville Allergy & Asthma, PSC, Kentucky, USA.
Abstract
Background:
Nuts are one of the most common foods causing allergic reactions in children and adults although an allergic reaction to macadamia nut has been reported only once previously.
Objective:
To report a case of macadamia nut-induced allergic reaction.
Methods:
Skin prick test with macadamia nut was performed in a private practice office.
Results:
The results demonstrated type-I hypersensitivity reaction with macadamia nut.
Conclusion:
Macadamia nut ingestion can cause immediate-type allergic reactions.