Corn allergy

Corn Allergy

Corn allergy (pronunciation: /kɔːrn ˈælərdʒi/) is a type of food allergy that is an adverse reaction to corn or corn products.

Etymology

The term "corn allergy" is derived from the English word "corn", which refers to a type of grain, and the Greek word "allergia", which means "other work".

Definition

A corn allergy is an immune system response where the body mistakenly identifies corn or corn products as harmful. This triggers a range of symptoms that can vary from mild to severe.

Symptoms

Symptoms of a corn allergy can include skin rash, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, abdominal pain, asthma, and anaphylaxis. The severity of symptoms can vary from person to person and can occur immediately or several hours after consuming corn or corn products.

Diagnosis

Diagnosis of a corn allergy is typically made by an allergist or immunologist through a combination of patient history, skin prick test, and blood test.

Treatment

Treatment for a corn allergy involves avoiding corn and corn products. In cases of accidental ingestion, medications such as antihistamines or epinephrine may be used to manage symptoms.

Related Terms

• Food Allergy
• Anaphylaxis
• Epinephrine
• Antihistamines
• Immunologist
• Allergist

External links

• Medical encyclopedia article on Corn allergy
• Wikipedia's article - Corn allergy

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