September 11, 2023

It was initially thought that PEG is the likely culprit for the allergic reactions seen in mRNA Covid vaccines. It turns out that Intradermal skin testing to PEG has limited utility in evaluating this anaphylaxis and that most severe postvaccination allergic symptoms are not caused by hypersensitivity to PEG. A vaccine registry study from a […]

Think You Have a Medication Allergy? Here’s What You Need to Do 🚨 Myth: If you have a drug allergy, your doctor can do a quick test to find out what you’re allergic to and what you can safely take.✅ Truth: There is no simple test for all medication allergies! Drug allergy evaluation requires a

Penicillin Allergy Testing: Why It Matters for Your Health and Antibiotic Safety Are You Really Allergic to Penicillin? You Might Be Surprised! Many people are told they have a penicillin allergy—often in childhood—but did you know that over 90% of people labeled as allergic actually aren’t? Misdiagnosed penicillin allergy leads to unnecessary use of stronger,