Mastocytosis as a  risk factor for insect venom allergy

ConclusionsMastocytosis represents a risk factor for severe reaction in patients with HVA. An early diagnosis of CMD in these patients is very important since they are at high risk of severe osteoporosis and early therapy can be immediately started. Moreover, proper advice and prescription of adrenaline can be assessed. Finally, in order to stop venom immunotherapy or whether to continue it lifelong, diagnosis of CMD has to be carried out.
Source: Allergo Journal International - Category: Allergy & Immunology Source Type: research