Samuel Custudio recalled an episode of allergies and joked about not being able to eat the risotto he wonPlayback / Twitter – sousacustodio 03.13.2023
The development of allergic conditions is always a cause for concern among patients and physicians. Reactions, which are triggered as an immune response to a ‘threat’, can range from urticaria (itching) and angioedema (swelling) to anaphylaxis.
Last week, Twitter user Samuel Custódio, who went viral in 2022 when he reported being unable to unlock his cell phone using facial recognition due to angioedema after eating seafood, joked about the episode again, explaining his supposed reaction to Win a dinner at a. Season. the plate? Shrimp risotto.
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“Contacting a food structure, whether through skin, mucous membrane or inhalation, if the body perceives it as an ‘allergen’ and foreign, the immune system begins to produce antibodies against the protein of that food.” [chamada de IgE]generates the inflammatory process,” says allergist and immunologist Briana Nicoletti, MD, of Israelta Albert Einstein Hospital.
The severity of this process depends on how sensitive (allergic) the person is and whether they were previously inflamed (for some other reason), and it may also occur with foods that the person is already used to eating.
Conditions like Samuel’s, which cause disfiguring swelling of the mucous membranes, eyelids, lips, and tongue, are known as angioedema. According to Brianna, this swelling can last up to three days, and cause pain, tingling, and numbness at the site, with no residual damage.
According to Alemão Oswaldo Cruz Hospital Allergist and Immunologist Fabiana Mascarenhas, foods that often cause angioedema and allergic reactions are milk, eggs, wheat, fish and crustaceans. In addition to food, the reaction is also commonly associated with allergies to medications, insect bites, and contact (latex) agents.
Allergy-induced angioedema occurs in an inflammatory reaction to histamines, Fabiana explains, and is associated with immediate reactions (to a food or medication, for example).
Histamine causes dilation of blood vessels that causes hives when it occurs in the superficial layer of the skin. When it occurs in the deep dermis, it causes angioedema, which causes swelling and deformity.
When provoked by an allergic reaction to histamine, angioedema usually appears within the first hour after contact with the agent that would cause the allergy. Once appropriate treatment is provided, the condition quickly reverses.
Fabiana notes that hives and itching tend to be present in 90% of cases. Cutaneous manifestations may also include angioedema, but not in its entirety.
To treat cases of angioedema, Briana warns that it is first necessary to identify the causative agent and eliminate it from consumption.
In mild cases with severe manifestations, the condition can be reversed with the administration of antiallergic drugs.
More severe cases may require intervention in the emergency room, with intravenous medications and even the use of self-injected adrenaline, depending on the situation.
It is also essential to be aware of anaphylaxis, when more than one system is compromised due to an allergic reaction, adapting the approach according to the appearance.
Food intolerance or allergy? See the difference between problems
What is the difference between food allergy and intolerance? Nutritionist Franceselle Trevisan explains that in food allergies there is an almost immediate reaction to the food. On the other hand, food intolerances are caused by sensitivity to certain substances, not having an immediate reaction and being able to cause discomfort for days. Because the body is constantly changing, a nutritionist says it is possible to develop allergies to certain foods during life
What foods cause the most food allergies? The Asbai Association (Brazilian Society of Allergy and Immunization) reports that any food can cause an allergic reaction. However, the most allergenic foods are cow’s milk, eggs, soybeans, fish, and crustaceans.
What foods cause the most food intolerances? In the case of intolerance, the patient develops sensitivity to fruits, some proteins, and some types of carbohydrates, such as lactose, which is milk sugar.
What are the symptoms of food allergy? According to Asby, the most common symptoms of food allergy are itching, swollen skin, diarrhea, vomiting, abdominal pain, coughing, hoarseness and wheezing. In more severe cases of allergy, the patient may experience anaphylaxis, that is, a systemic response from the body and may experience, in addition to the previous symptoms, chest tightness, low blood pressure, and an irregular heartbeat. Anaphylactic shocks can kill if not rescued
What are the symptoms of food intolerance? The dietician says that the reactions that can occur when eating foods to which a person is sensitive are abdominal discomfort, gas, diarrhea, vomiting, flatulence, migraines, anxiety, depression and, in some cases, delayed growth, depending on the substance.
What foods can cause severe allergic reactions? According to Asbay, peanuts, crustacean crustaceans, cow’s milk, and tree nuts are foods that tend to present more severe allergic reactions, and anaphylaxis may occur.
What foods can cause more severe intolerance symptoms? The nutritionist says that foods that contain lactose and gluten can be more aggressive to the patient, because they inflame the mucous membranes in the stomach, making them more acidic, and thus can develop into gastritis and ulcers.
What do you do in case of accidental ingestion when you have an allergy? People with allergies usually avoid foods or recipes that may contain them, says Franciel. However, in cases of accidental ingestion, antihistamines may be used. Adrenaline injections are among the most dangerous cases, close to anaphylaxis.
What happens if a person with a food intolerance eats a food they are allergic to? The dietitian explains that a person may experience the same discomfort and intolerance symptoms, but some people are still able to eat. This occurs because symptoms appear with certain, usually high, amounts of ingested matter. Thus, some people are able to eat food that they are intolerant of in small amounts.
Is it possible to avoid a food allergy or intolerance? no. It is caused by a change in the body as a defense, explains Franciel. The nutritionist claims that taking antioxidants can help the body, as the substance helps eliminate free radicals and other toxins, which contributes to the proper functioning of the body. With this consumption of antioxidants, eating foods that are likely to cause intolerances will not have a significant impact on the body. * Trained in R7 Supervised by Deborah Giannini
