Abstract
Fifteen children (8 boys, 7 girls) were studied on symptoms of exercise-induced anaphylaxis (EIAn), urticaria, dyspnea and loss of consciousness. The causative foods were wheat in 4 cases, crustaceans in 3 cases, grape in 2 cases, and wheat and soybean in one case, but not identified in 2 cases. Six children began to have EIAn under 10 years of age.
They have more frequent family and past histories of major allergic diseases and higher serum IgE levels. The provocation tests with food and exercise to patients showed rash and wheeze but no significant rise of plasma histamine level.
We conclude that the children with EIAn could join acitivities such as lunch, physical activity and sport clubs at school with good medical advice.
