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[Allergy to Anisakis simplex].

M Drouet1

  • 1Unité Allergologie Générale, CHU d'Angers-2 allée des Cèdres-49033 Angers.

Allergie Et Immunologie
|October 23, 2002
PubMed
Summary
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Anisakis simplex, a nematode infecting marine fish, can cause anisakiasis in humans who consume raw fish. This parasite can also trigger allergic reactions like urticaria.

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Area of Science:

  • Marine biology
  • Parasitology
  • Foodborne diseases

Context:

  • Anisakis simplex is a nematode parasite.
  • It infects marine fish and requires marine mammals for its life cycle.
  • Larvae are found in intermediate hosts like fish, crustaceans, and cephalopods.

Purpose:

  • To summarize the Anisakis simplex parasite.
  • To describe its life cycle and hosts.
  • To outline the human health implications of infection.

Summary:

  • Anisakis simplex infects marine fish, with larvae present in intermediate hosts.
  • Human ingestion, primarily through raw fish, leads to anisakiasis (digestive symptoms).
  • Since 1990, allergic symptoms such as urticaria have also been linked to Anisakis simplex infection.

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Impact:

  • Highlights the zoonotic potential of Anisakis simplex.
  • Emphasizes the risk of both parasitic and allergic reactions from consuming contaminated seafood.
  • Informs public health awareness regarding safe seafood consumption practices.