Allergy to Soybeans

Allergy to Soybeans

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Contributed byKrish Tangella MD, MBAJun 18, 2020

The topic Allergy to Soybeans you are seeking is a synonym, or alternative name, or is closely related to the medical condition Soy Allergy.

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  • Soy Allergy (or Soya Allergy) is a relatively common condition that manifests as an abnormal immune reaction/response to certain products of the soybean plant, in individuals who consume them
  • The soybean (or Glycine max) is a leguminous plant that produces edible beans, which is used in food preparation and products. Soybean oil is also derived from the plant. The plant is mostly grow in USA and certain south American countries
  • Soybean food products are found in soy meal (meal maker), soy sauce, soy milk and flour, tofu, protein food products (textured vegetable protein or TVP), whey, soy (vegetable) oil, seasoning paste, and sprouts. It is also found in ice creams, cheese, and yogurt, foods containing lecithin, and many canned foods
  • Soy proteins are not as potent allergens as say, wheat or other food protein allergens. For these and many other reasons, soy milk is used as an alternative to breastfeed milk in infants who are allergic to it. Also, several soy-based formulae are available for infants
  • Soy Allergy may occur immediately, or after a few hours following exposure. The exposure is normally through food ingestion. The condition affects infants, children, and adults. The allergy may be grouped based on the soy food product used, such as:
    • Soy Milk Allergy
    • Soy Lecithin Allergy
    • Soy Sauce Allergy
  • Numerous signs and symptoms of the allergic reaction may be noted including runny nose, hives, conjunctivitis, breathing difficulties, nausea and vomiting, and indigestion. In some rare cases, Soy Allergy may lead to an anaphylactic shock, which is a medical emergency
  • Such food allergies are generally diagnosed using an antibody blood test, a skin-prick test, and an oral food challenge test. The diagnosis can also help identify soy-based food items that are to be avoided (in future)
  • Anti-allergic medications form the first line of treatment for mild Soy Allergies. However, in the case of a severe allergic reaction (anaphylaxis), epinephrine or adrenaline injections are recommended
  • The prognosis of Soy Allergy is generally good and many overcome the condition during childhood, although in some individuals it may be present lifelong. Awareness of such allergies and avoidance of specific foods that causes the allergy (via allergen-free foods) is the best form of prevention

Please find comprehensive information on Soy Allergy regarding definition, distribution, risk factors, causes, signs & symptoms, diagnosis, complications, treatment, prevention, prognosis, and additional useful information HERE.

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