Risk factors for severe systemic sting reactions in wasp ( Vespula spp.) and honeybee ( Apis mellifera ) venom allergic patients

ConclusionThe clinical history is essential for the allergological workup and therapeutic decision on Hymenoptera venom allergies. A short latency time and the absence of skin symptoms are indicators for severe systemic sting reactions, followed by the patient ’s age and baseline serum tryptase levels.
Source: Clinical and Translational Allergy - Category: Allergy & Immunology Source Type: research