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Springer, Current Allergy and Asthma Reports, 2(21), 2021

DOI: 10.1007/s11882-021-00988-y

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Idiopathic Anaphylaxis: a Perplexing Diagnostic Challenge for Allergists

Journal article published in 2021 by Theo Gulen ORCID, Cem Akin
This paper is made freely available by the publisher.
This paper is made freely available by the publisher.

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Abstract

Abstract Purpose of Review The aim of this systematic review is to present the proposed theories of pathogenesis for idiopathic anaphylaxis (IA), to discuss its classification, its diagnostic approach, and management. Recent Findings IA represents a major diagnostic challenge and is diagnosed when excluding the possible identifiable triggers of anaphylaxis. The current research, however, revealed that certain conditions including mastocytosis, mast cell activation syndromes, and hereditary alpha tryptasemia can masquerade and overlap with its symptomatology. Also, newly identified galactose-alpha-1,3-galactose mammalian red meat allergy has recently been recognized as underlying cause of anaphylaxis in some cases that were previously considered as IA. Summary IA comprises a heterogenous group of conditions where, in some cases, inherently dysfunctional mast cells play a role in pathogenesis. The standard trigger avoidance strategies are ineffective, and episodes are unpredictable. Therefore, prompt recognition and treatment as well as prophylaxis are critical. The patients should always carry an epinephrine autoinjector.