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Soy allergy
Type of food allergy caused by soy / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Soy allergy is a type of food allergy.[1] It is a hypersensitivity to ingesting compounds in soy (Glycine max), causing an overreaction of the immune system, typically with physical symptoms, such as gastrointestinal discomfort, respiratory distress, or a skin reaction.[2][3] Soy is among the eight most common foods inducing allergic reactions in children and adults.[1] It has a prevalence of about 0.3% in the general population.[2]
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Soy allergy is usually treated with an exclusion diet and vigilant avoidance of foods that may contain soy ingredients.[1] The most severe food allergy reaction is anaphylaxis,[1] which is a medical emergency requiring immediate attention and treatment with epinephrine.[1]