Pathogenesis (development of disease) Fructose intolerances (fructose intolerances) include essential fructosuria, hereditary fructose intolerance, and fructose malabsorption. The first two metabolic disorders are caused by various genetic enzyme defects. Fructose malabsorption (intestinal fructose intolerance) is a disorder in the absorption of fructose via the intestine. In essential fructosuria, a genetic defect leads to a loss … Fructose Intolerance: Causes
Pathogenesis (development of disease) Sorbitol is formed by so-called “catalytic hydrogenation” from glucose. It is converted to fructose in the body by the enzyme sorbitol dehydrogenase. In sorbitol intolerance, the absorption (uptake) of the sugar alcohol sorbitol in the small intestine is partially or completely impaired, so that even small amounts of sorbitol can no … Sorbitol Intolerance: Causes
Nutritional Medicine Nutritional counseling based on nutritional analysis Observance of the following specific nutritional recommendations: Sorbitol is naturally present in many fruits, especially pome fruits. The following fruits contain high amounts of sorbitol and should be avoided: Stone fruit (apricots, cherries, apricots, peaches, plums), pome fruit (apples, pears) and grapes, as well as fruit juices … Sorbitol Intolerance: Therapy
Allergy counseling is a counseling service for patients with allergic diseases. The procedure Allergies cause many diseases as well as symptoms that can occur in various organs of the body. An allergy is an exaggerated reaction of the body’s immune system to substances – so-called allergens – that are found, for example, in the air … Allergy Advice
Allergy diagnostics include specialized skin testing, nasal testing, direct and indirect allergy testing, measurements, oral, nasal, and throat testing, and laboratory testing. Skin tests Prick test – a drop of an allergen extract is applied to the patient’s skin and then a lancet is used to prick the skin about 1 mm; the result is … Allergy Diagnostics and Tests
Every tenth German citizen suffers from an “allergy“. But a large proportion of so-called “allergies” are not allergies, but pseudoallergies or food intolerances (food intolerances). “Allergies” can be triggered by almost all natural and artificial substances. Four to eight percent of the population in Germany suffer from food allergies. Symptoms range from skin complaints such … Difference between Allergies, Pseudoallergies and Food Intolerances
Anaphylactic shock is a life-threatening anaphylaxis. Anaphylaxis is an acute, severe general reaction of the immune system (immediate allergic reaction) with symptoms in various organ systems (skin and mucosa, respiratory tract/respiratory system, cardiovascular system (cardiovascular system), gastrointestinal tract/gastrointestinal tract) to repeated exposure to an allergen and affects the entire organism. It is the most severe … Anaphylactic Shock: Symptoms, Causes, Treatments
Medical history (history of illness) represents an important component in the diagnosis of anaphylaxis/anaphylactic shock* . Family history What is the current health status of your family members? Social anamnesis Current medical history/systemic history (somatic and psychological complaints) [third-party history, if applicable]. Do you have any complaints on the part of the skin and mucosa? … Anaphylactic Shock: Medical History
Differential diagnoses of anaphylaxis (modified from [S2k guideline]) Respiratory System (J00-J99) Bronchial asthma (without anaphylaxis) or status asthmaticus (persistent severe symptoms of an asthma attack over a 24-hour period; here: without involvement of other organs) Vocal cord dysfunction (engl. Vocal Cord Dysfunction, VCD) – leading symptom of VCD: Abruptly occurring, dyspnea-inducing laryngeal obstruction (laryngeal constriction … Anaphylactic Shock: Or something else? Differential Diagnosis
The following are the most important diseases or complications that may be contributed to by anaphylaxis: Respiratory system (J00-J99) Bronchospasm – cramping of the muscles surrounding the airways. Rhinitis (inflammation of the nasal mucosa). Skin and subcutaneous (L00-L99) Urticaria (hives; anaphylactic reaction: 15-20 min; IgE-mediated: 6-8 h). Injuries, poisonings, and other sequelae of external causes … Anaphylactic Shock: Complications
The following symptoms and complaints may indicate an allergy to animal dander: Allergic bronchial asthma Acute shortness of breath on contact with the allergen Eye itching, eye watering Runny nose Frequent sneezing Urticaria (hives) Allergy to bird feathers may cause a cross-reaction (cross-allergy) with the following food: Chicken egg
Medical history (history of illness) represents an important component in the diagnosis of animal dander allergy. Family history What is the general health of your relatives? Are there any diseases in your family that are common? Social history What is your profession? Current medical history/systemic history (somatic and psychological complaints). What symptoms have you noticed? … Animal Hair Allergy: Medical History
