Prevalence of self-reported food allergy in Cartagena (Colombia) population

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Javier Marrugo · University of Cartagena

Lucía Hernández · University of Cartagena

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Self-reported FA was determined in Cartagena population. Fruit/vegetables, seafood, and meats were the most reported allergens. Skin and gastrointestinal symptoms were the most frequent manifestation of FA. Our study is the first report on prevalence estimates for food allergy in a Latin American country.

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Food Allergy and Anaphylaxis Research Asthma and respiratory diseases Eosinophilic Esophagitis

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Published in: Allergologia et Immunopathologia

Volume 36, Issue 6, pp. 320-324

DOI: 10.1016/s0301-0546(08)75863-4

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Prevalence of self-reported food allergy in Cartagena (Colombia) population

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