What tests can determine which constituent of meats (bacon, ham) cause allergic reaction?
Patient: I have an allergy to bacon. When I eat bacon or country ham I get flushed real red skin nausea, lips get numb, extreme pain in my gut, I through up , and diarrhea. My temp drops to 94 , bp goes down. I have passed out. Is there a test that can be done to see if the Nitrates or Nitrites in bacon or other meats causes this. My doctor has prescribed an epi pen. Doctor: Hello.There are specific tests to determine which constituent of meats (bacon, ham) cause allergic reaction.You must go to the allergy specialist and he will make the mentioned tests.Epinephrine is used in severe allergic reactions.In mild allergic reactions, antihistamines as Ebastine 10 mg twice a day can be taken.Please consult your local doctor for a prescription.I wish you good health.(If the answer has helped you, please indicate this)