I am allergic to egg, what should I do?
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Hello, I am 15 years old. I am allergic to egg, what should I do? I love eating eggs a lot. But due to my allergy my mother does not allow me to have it. Please give me some tips.
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@diganto An immune system overreaction causes food allergies. For egg allergy, the immune system mistakenly identifies certain egg proteins as harmful. When you or your child comes in contact with egg proteins, immune system cells (antibodies) recognize them and signal the immune system to release histamine and other chemicals that cause allergic signs and symptoms. Both egg yolks and egg whites contain proteins that can cause allergies, but allergy to egg whites is most common. It's possible for breast-fed infants to have an allergic reaction to egg proteins in breast milk if the mother consumes eggs.
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