Poplar tree allergen (T14) | Specific antibodies IgE

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It is an interesting fact that patients with poplar tree allergies sometimes develop a cross-reaction to fruits and vegetables such as: apples, plums, cherries, apricots, peaches, figs, watermelon, oranges, tomatoes, cucumbers, broccoli, cabbage, zucchini, etc. This is due to the content of the same protein, to which the immune reaction develops.

Poplar allergy is not always easy to diagnose because it coincides with other pollinosis (plant pollen allergies) seasons. Allergies to houseplants should also be considered. The best way to determine an allergen is to perform allergy tests - on all possible allergens.

The best way to prevent an allergic reaction is to minimize contact with it. Polynoses rarely allow this, but there are some recommendations:

• Check the amount of dust. It is especially abundant in windy weather, so avoid leaving the house.
• During the allergy season, it is better to leave the house in the evening, because the amount of dust is maximum in the morning and afternoon.
• During the period of seasonal allergies, clean the house more often than usual.
• Prune poplar branches as much as possible in the spring
• Change bed linen and outerwear frequently to remove dust particles.
• Take a shower or wash your face and hands after returning from the street.
• Avoid eating the above foods that have cross-allergic reactions with poplar tree allergens.

Reducing the contact with the allergen does not constitute absolute protection against the development of an allergic reaction, therefore desensitizing treatment is required, the plan and dosage of which is decided by a specialist.

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