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- Title
Effects of a pseudoallergen-free diet on chronic spontaneous urticaria: a prospective trial.
- Authors
Magerl, M; Pisarevskaja, D; Scheufele, R; Zuberbier, T; Maurer, Marcus
- Abstract
Chronic spontaneous urticaria is a skin disorder that is difficult to manage and can last for years. 'Pseudoallergens' are substances that induce hypersensitive/intolerance reactions that are similar to true allergic reactions. They include food additives, vasoactive substances such as histamine, and some natural substances in fruits, vegetables and spices. Eliminating pseudoallergens from the diet can reduce symptom severity and improve patient quality of life.
- Publication
Allergy, 2010, Vol 65, Issue 1, p78
- ISSN
1398-9995
- Publication type
Journal Article
- DOI
10.1111/j.1398-9995.2009.02130.x