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Allergy to Ficus benjamina.

Daniela Karimian-Teherani1, François Hentges

  • 1Service d'Immunologie-Allergologie CHL 4, rue Barblé L-1210 Luxembourg.

Bulletin De La Societe Des Sciences Medicales Du Grand-Duche De Luxembourg
|April 1, 2003
PubMed
Summary

Specific IgE antibodies to Ficus benjamina can cause allergic reactions like asthma and rhinitis. Some patients also show cross-sensitization to other allergens, including latex and figs.

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Area of Science:

  • Allergy and Immunology
  • Environmental Health

Background:

  • Ficus benjamina exposure is linked to allergic sensitization.
  • Understanding Ficus benjamina allergy is crucial for public health.

Observation:

  • 16 patients with specific IgE antibodies to Ficus benjamina were studied.
  • Group A (13 patients) showed symptoms like conjunctivitis, rhinitis, and asthma upon exposure.
  • Group B (3 patients) had Ficus benjamina and latex sensitization without direct Ficus allergy symptoms.

Findings:

  • Common symptoms included conjunctivitis, rhinitis, asthma, eyelid edema, and urticaria.
  • 11 out of 13 patients in Group A had other atopic conditions.
  • One patient exhibited cross-reactive food allergy to figs.

Implications:

  • Ficus benjamina is a significant allergen, particularly in indoor environments.
  • Cross-sensitization between Ficus benjamina, latex, and figs is clinically relevant.
  • Further research into Ficus benjamina allergy management and prevention is warranted.

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