Although neither lymphocyte transformation test results nor serum metal levels were reported in these cases, those examinations may be useful in confirming metal allergy in these types of patients.

The difference between this and an allergic reaction was exemplified in patients who had both irritant and allergic reactions at the same time (see Fig 3). Additionally, patients that had ...

Bee, wasp, yellow jacket, hornet, and fire ant are the insect stings that most often trigger allergic reactions. But most people aren't allergic to insect stings and may mistake a normal sting ...