Delayed psyllium allergy in three nurses.
The use of psyllium has been associated with various allergic reactions. Three nurses at the Prescott Veterans Affairs Medical Center had differing degrees of psyllium allergy. The reactions ranged from sneezing to chest congestion and wheezing. Two nurses were available for skin testing, and both had a positive wheal reaction. Psyllium allergic reactions have been reported rarely in the literature; however, they may be more prevalent than previously realized.
Ford
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MA
Veterans Affairs Medical Center, Baltimore, MD 21218.
Cristea
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Robbins
W D
WD
Gentes
G R
GR
Harper
S J
SJ
Rindone
J P
JP
D000485:Allergens; D006787:Hospitals, Veterans; D006801:Humans; D008397:Masks; D009741:Nursing Staff, Hospital; D016273:Occupational Exposure; D011620:Psyllium / Q000009:adverse effects*