Rising prevalence of food allergies in Taiwan: An epidemiological study

Su, Kuan‐Wen; Yan, Dah-Chin; Ou, Liang-Shiou; Lin, Li-Lun; Wu, Chao‐Yi; Huang, Shang Yi; Yao, Tsung‐Chieh; Yeh, Kuo‐Wei; Huang, Jing‐Long

doi:10.1016/j.jmii.2023.04.008

Cited by 6 publications

(3 citation statements)

References 24 publications

Supporting

Mentioning

Contrasting

Order By: Relevance

“…In an epidemiological study conducted by Su et al, it was found that there is an increasing trend in the prevalence of food allergies, with rates of 10.4% in children and 12.5% in adults. Peanut allergies specifically showed an increase to 1.1% [ 36 ]. Our findings also showed that peanuts were one of the ten most common allergens identified, inducing sensitization in our study population.…”

Section: Discussionmentioning

confidence: 99%

Retrospective Analysis of Allergen Distribution Dynamics in Central Taiwan

Tseng,

2023

Br J Biomed Sci

View full text Add to dashboard Cite

Introduction: Allergy is a type Ⅰ hypersensitivity reaction to certain substances (allergens) such as environmental factors, food and drugs. Allergies are a significant public health issue, and therefore, understanding the distribution patterns of allergens in specific regions is important. This study aimed to retrospectively analyse allergen distribution patterns in Central Taiwan over a 5 years period (2018–2022).Methods: Data of patients who had allergen sensitization testing using the OPTIGEN® Allergen-Specific IgE Assay from the 1st of January 2018 to the 31st of December 2022 were reviewed retrospectively. Statistical analyses were performed to determine the prevalence and distribution of allergens in our study population.Results: A total of 8,444 patients (3,784 males and 4,660 females) who attended the Asia University Hospital for allergen detection were enrolled in this study. Dermatophagoides farina (41.8%), Dermatophagoides pteronyssinus (37.9%), house dust (24.6%), cockroach mix (17.7%), crab (12.6%), clam (9.8%), shrimp (9.1%), cat dander (8.1%), pig weed (8%) and peanut (7.8%) were identified as the ten allergens that most commonly induced sensitization in our study population. Additionally, crab, clam, shrimp, peanut and beef were the five most common food allergens.Conclusion: In summary, our findings contribute significantly to the knowledge on allergen distribution in Central Taiwan. Our identification of prevalent allergens may contribute to an improved understanding of the epidemiology of allergies in this region.

show abstract

Section: Discussionmentioning

confidence: 99%

Retrospective Analysis of Allergen Distribution Dynamics in Central Taiwan

Tseng,

2023

Br J Biomed Sci

View full text Add to dashboard Cite

show abstract

“…Estimated fruit allergy prevalence ranges between 0.029% and 8% [1,8,10,[12][13][14]18,19,21,24,25,27,[30][31][32][33]35]. Ahanchian et al and Lee et al reported the number of fruit allergic cases as 371 and 26, respectively, without providing the total study population [11,16].…”

Section: Global Prevalence Of Fruit Allergymentioning

confidence: 99%

Revisiting Fruit Allergy: Prevalence across the Globe, Diagnosis, and Current Management

Krikeerati,

Rodsaward,

Nawiboonwong

et al. 2023

Foods

View full text Add to dashboard Cite

Fruit allergies manifest with a diverse array of clinical presentations, ranging from localized contact allergies and oral allergy syndrome to the potential for severe systemic reactions including anaphylaxis. The scope of population-level prevalence studies remains limited, largely derived from single-center or hospital-based investigations. In this comprehensive review, we conducted a systematic literature search spanning the years 2009 to 2023, with full acknowledgment of potential analytical biases, to provide a global overview of fruit allergy prevalence. The primary mechanistic underpinning of fruit allergies stems from cross-reactivity between aeroallergens and food allergens, a consequence of structurally similar epitopes—a phenomenon recognized as pollen food allergy syndrome (PFAS). In the era of molecular allergology, numerous studies have dissected allergen components with substantial clinical relevance. Within this review, we explore important allergenic molecules found in plant-based foods, scrutinize pertinent cross-reactivity patterns, and offer insights into management recommendations. Additionally, we compare guideline recommendations to enhance clinical understanding and inform decision making.

show abstract

“…Food allergy (FA) is a major public health issue globally, affecting about 8% of children and 10% of adults (see Fig 1 1 , 2 , 3 , 4 , 5 , 6 , 7 , 8 , 9 , 10 , 11 , 12 , 13 , 14 , 15 , 16 , 17 , 18 , 19 , 20 , 21 , 22 , 23 , 24 , 25 , 26 , 27 , 28 , 29 , 30 , 31 , 32 , 33 , 34 , 35 , 36 , 37 , 38 , 39 , 40 , 41 , 42 , 43 , 44 , 45 , 46 , 47 for global prevalence data). FA has a negative impact on the lives of patients with allergy and their families, and there is no curative treatment.…”

mentioning

confidence: 99%

Feast for thought: A comprehensive review of food allergy 2021-2023

Bartha,

Almulhem,

Santos

2024

Journal of Allergy and Clinical Immunology

View full text Add to dashboard Cite

Rising prevalence of food allergies in Taiwan: An epidemiological study

Cited by 6 publications

References 24 publications

Retrospective Analysis of Allergen Distribution Dynamics in Central Taiwan

Retrospective Analysis of Allergen Distribution Dynamics in Central Taiwan

Revisiting Fruit Allergy: Prevalence across the Globe, Diagnosis, and Current Management

Feast for thought: A comprehensive review of food allergy 2021-2023

Contact Info

Product

Resources

About