Allergy to macadamia nut

Ann Allergy Asthma Immunol. 2000 Nov;85(5):385-6. doi: 10.1016/S1081-1206(10)62551-3.

Abstract

Background: Nuts are one of the most common foods causing allergic reactions in children and adults although an allergic reaction to macadamia nut has been reported only once previously.

Objective: To report a case of macadamia nut-induced allergic reaction.

Methods: Skin prick test with macadamia nut was performed in a private practice office.

Results: The results demonstrated type-I hypersensitivity reaction with macadamia nut.

Conclusion: Macadamia nut ingestion can cause immediate-type allergic reactions.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Adult
  • Food Hypersensitivity / diagnosis
  • Food Hypersensitivity / etiology*
  • Humans
  • Male
  • Nuts / adverse effects*
  • Skin Tests