Anaphylactic reaction after ingestion of bee pollen.
Bee pollen allergy, although relatively rare, can present a life-threatening medical emergency. Conventional treatment of anaphylaxis is indicated, and further allergic workup is not necessary. There is little awareness of this hazard among the general population. Warnings to include product labeling of potential adverse reactions in sensitive individuals are urgently needed to protect the public from this hazard.
Geyman
J P
JP
Inter-Island Medical Center, Friday Harbor, Washington.
D000284:Administration, Oral; D000328:Adult; D000707:Anaphylaxis / Q000188:drug therapy / Q000209:etiology*; D000818:Animals; D001516:Bees; D004837:Epinephrine / Q000008:administration & dosage; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D008776:Methylprednisolone Hemisuccinate / Q000008:administration & dosage; D011058:Pollen
D008776:Methylprednisolone Hemisuccinate; D004837:Epinephrine