ALPHA-GAL SYNDROME INITIALLY MISDIAGNOSED AS CHRONIC SPONTANEOUS URTICARIA IN A PEDIATRIC PATIENT: A CASE REPORT AND REVIEW OF THE LITERATURE

Alpha-gal syndrome initially misdiagnosed as chronic spontaneous urticaria in a pediatric patient: a case report and review of the literature

Abstract Introduction Delayed allergy to red meat, also termed alpha-gal syndrome, is increasingly reported in adults and African communities, while pediatric cases remain rare.Case presentation Here, we report on a 7-year-old Caucasian boy presenting with recurrent wheals since the age of 5 years old.Episodes with hives occurred around every 3 wee

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