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[Insect venom allergy]

U R Müller1

  • 1Medizinische Klinik, Zieglerspital Bern.

Therapeutische Umschau. Revue Therapeutique
|January 1, 1994
PubMed
Summary
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Hymenoptera stings can cause severe allergic reactions like anaphylaxis, mediated by IgE antibodies. Venom immunotherapy offers high protection for at-risk patients.

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Area of Science:

  • Immunology
  • Allergology
  • Toxicology

Context:

  • Systemic allergic reactions to hymenoptera stings are a significant health concern.
  • These reactions are primarily mediated by venom-specific immunoglobulin E (IgE) antibodies.
  • Fatalities occur annually in Switzerland due to these stings.

Purpose:

  • To outline the clinical presentation, diagnosis, and management of hymenoptera sting allergies.
  • To emphasize the efficacy of venom immunotherapy for preventing severe reactions.

Summary:

  • Frequent symptoms include urticaria, angioedema, asthma, and anaphylactic shock, with rare instances of cerebral or myocardial ischemia.
  • Diagnostic methods include skin tests and serum IgE antibody measurement.
  • Emergency treatment involves adrenaline, antihistamines, and potentially volume substitution.

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Impact:

  • Highlights the critical role of prompt diagnosis and treatment in managing severe allergic reactions.
  • Underscores venom immunotherapy as a highly effective preventive strategy for patients with a history of severe systemic reactions.