Labiatae allergy: systemic reactions due to ingestion of oregano and thyme
Benito M, Jorro G, Morales C, Peláez A, Fernández A
Published in Ann Allergy Asthma Immunol, Vol. 76 (5), pp. 416-8
Methodology
Case report of one patient with three systemic allergic reactions after eating oregano and thyme, with skin prick and specific IgE testing against Labiatae (mint family) plants and ten control patients.
Key Findings
Skin tests and specific IgE were positive to several Labiatae herbs, including oregano and thyme; controls were negative.
Conclusions
Plants of the Labiatae family seem to show cross-sensitivity.
Limitations
Single patient; documents that the allergy exists and cross-reacts, not how common it is.
Supplements Studied
three systemic allergic reactions caused by oregano and thyme in the same patient
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