Allergic Reactions and Toxicity Definitions

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Which of the following is NOT a common cause of chronic angioedema?

  • Food allergy
  • Hereditary angioedema
  • Oral allergy syndrome
  • Hypertension (correct)

Which type of food allergy reaction is characterized by symptoms that develop rapidly, within minutes to hours?

  • Food intolerance
  • Autoimmune reaction
  • Delayed type III reaction
  • Immediate type I reaction (correct)

Which of the following is NOT a feature of delayed food allergy reactions?

  • Large quantity of food needed to trigger a reaction
  • Diagnostic tests are available (correct)
  • Symptoms develop in hours to weeks
  • No specific diagnostic test except for food withdrawal and re-challenge

What is the main allergen responsible for oral allergy syndrome (OAS)?

<p>Pollen from birch trees (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a common symptom of delayed food allergy reactions?

<p>Eczema (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following medications can cause chronic angioedema?

<p>Angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitors (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main mechanism behind oral allergy syndrome (OAS)?

<p>Cross-reactivity between pollen and raw fruits/vegetables (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a feature of food intolerance, rather than a food allergy?

<p>Symptoms may last for hours or into the next day (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which type of allergic reaction is associated with conditions like herpes and erythema multiforme?

<p>Type III (immune complex) reaction (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which age group is more prone to developing pollen allergies?

<p>Adults (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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