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[Adverse reactions to insulin]

J J Liñana1, F J Montoro, M D Hernández

  • 1Servicio de Alergia, Hospital Universitari La Fe, Valencia.

Anales De Medicina Interna (Madrid, Spain : 1984)
|July 1, 1997
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Allergic reactions to insulin have declined due to recombinant human insulin. Current adverse reactions, mostly local, affect 5-10% of patients, with desensitization an option for essential insulin therapy.

Area of Science:

  • Immunology
  • Endocrinology
  • Pharmacology

Context:

  • Allergic reactions to insulin, though decreasing, still affect 5-10% of patients.
  • Adverse reactions can manifest as local or systemic responses.
  • Insulin resistance represents a distinct immunological challenge.

Purpose:

  • To review the current prevalence and characteristics of insulin allergy.
  • To outline diagnostic approaches, including clinical history and immunological tests.
  • To discuss treatment strategies, including desensitization protocols.

Summary:

  • The use of recombinant human insulin has likely reduced the incidence of insulin allergy.
  • Adverse reactions are predominantly local, with systemic reactions being rare.

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  • Diagnosis relies on clinical presentation and specific allergy testing.
  • Management varies with severity, potentially involving desensitization if insulin is critical.

    • Impact:

    • Provides an overview of insulin allergy management for clinicians.
    • Highlights the role of recombinant insulin in reducing adverse reactions.
    • Informs patient care by detailing diagnostic and therapeutic options.