Urticaria and Anaphylaxis Due to Sting by an Ant ( Brachyponera chinensis )

Fukuzawa, Masao; Arakura, F; Yamazaki, Yoshiji; Uhara, Hisashi; Saida, Toshiaki

doi:10.1080/000155502753600939

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“…They suggested possible crossreactivity between bee venom and P. chinensis venom. There are also reports of P. chinensis causing anaphylaxis in neighboring Japan [7].…”

Section: Pachycondyla Speciesmentioning

confidence: 97%

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Ant allergy in Asia and Australia

Ngiam

Lee

2004

Current Opinion in Allergy &Amp; Clinical Immunology

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The study of ant allergy in Asia is in its infancy. Clinicians in Asia need to be aware of ant stings as a cause of severe allergic reactions. Certain species that cause allergic reactions are unique to Asia and Australia and deserve further research. The allergens in the venom of the different ant species need to be identified. We should aim for improved understanding of the epidemiology of ant-sting anaphylaxis, formulation of better diagnostic tests and possibly the introduction of immunotherapeutic strategies.

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“…They suggested possible crossreactivity between bee venom and P. chinensis venom. There are also reports of P. chinensis causing anaphylaxis in neighboring Japan [7].…”

Section: Pachycondyla Speciesmentioning

confidence: 97%

“…1). They are winged ants that form small colonies and are found near woodlands, in rotten wood and in old wooden houses [7]. This species exists in most East Asian countries.…”

Section: Pachycondyla Speciesmentioning

confidence: 99%

Ant allergy in Asia and Australia

Ngiam

Lee

2004

Current Opinion in Allergy &Amp; Clinical Immunology

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“…,7-9,10 . , [11][12][13][14]. These are presented in Figure 1, according to a recently revised phylogenetic classification for the Aculeata [15].…”

Section: Causative Speciesmentioning

confidence: 99%

Prevention of anaphylaxis with ant venom immunotherapy

Brown¹,

Heddle²

2003

Current Opinion in Allergy and Clinical Immunology

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“…Local reactions to this ant are well known; however, anaphylaxis seems to be very rare. In this single case, no further diagnosis was attempted [53]. …”

Section: Systemic Reactions To Arthropodsmentioning

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Systemic Immediate Allergic Reactions to Arthropod Stings and Bites

Bircher

2005

Dermatology

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Most of the encounters with biting and stinging insects result in more or less pronounced localized reactions. Typically, urticarial wheals and papular reactions are observed. Less often local bullous or hemorrhagic or disseminated papular reactions, particularly in children and immunologically naive adults, may be seen. With the exception of bee and wasp venom allergies, immediate-type allergic reactions to arthropod stings and bites are rare. Systemic IgE-mediated hypersensitivity has also been reported from additional hymenoptera species, e.g. hornets, bumble bees and ants. Rare are systemic reactions to mosquitoes, flies or kissing bugs and exceptional from ticks, bed bugs, moths, caterpillars and spiders. A major problem is the often lacking standardization of extracts for skin testing and for the determination of specific IgE. Some of the allergens have been characterized and few of them synthesized using recombinant techniques. Most investigations have been made with whole-body extracts or extracts from salivary glands, while desensitization has rarely been attempted. Currently, primary prevention by avoidance of stings and bites, and adequate instruction of sensitized individuals in the use of emergency drugs are mandatory.

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Urticaria and Anaphylaxis Due to Sting by an Ant ( Brachyponera chinensis )

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Ant allergy in Asia and Australia

Ant allergy in Asia and Australia

Prevention of anaphylaxis with ant venom immunotherapy

Systemic Immediate Allergic Reactions to Arthropod Stings and Bites

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