Title: Sulfa Allergy Symptoms, Cause, Treatment & Food to Avoid | Ayur Times
Headings: Sulfa Allergy
Sulfa Allergy
Causes of Sulfa Allergy
Sulfa Allergy Symptoms
Skin Reactions:
Respiratory System:
Anaphylaxis:
Other Symptoms:
Sulfa Allergy Diagnosis & Tests
History of Symptoms:
Risk Factors
Treatment of Sulfa Allergy
Caution
List of Drugs to Avoid
Common sulfonamides include:
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Content: All this investigation will give him a clear picture about your health status and drug allergy. Besides this, there are no tests available that can be used to identify sulfa allergy. Risk Factors
Individuals with a history of drug allergy are at a greater risk of sulfa allergy
Individuals with a family history of sulfa allergy
People with a poor immune system, for example- patients with HIV
Prolonged exposure to a drug or intake of high doses of a drug
Cross-sensitization
Treatment of Sulfa Allergy
Completely avoiding sulfa-containing medication is the best way to protect yourself against sulfa allergy
To treat the symptoms of sulfa allergy, such as hives, itching, redness and rash, your doctor may prescribe corticosteroids or antihistamines
Bronchodilator may also be advised if respiratory symptoms persist
Desensitization is a procedure, which your doctor may recommend if there is no sulfa-free alternative available. During this procedure, a low dose of the sulfa-containing drug is introduced to a point where the dose is effective and well tolerated. This process is monitored for allergic reactions
Stevens-Johnson syndrome and anaphylaxis are life-threatening conditions that require immediate medical attention and treatment. Antibiotics, corticosteroids and intravenous immunoglobulins are the different modes of treatment. Caution
Inform all your healthcare providers about your sulfa allergy and the symptoms you experienced
Make a list of all the sulfa-containing drugs, which you need to avoid
Ask your doctor about the safe alternatives to sulfa-containing drugs
Carry an epinephrine syringe if you have had a severe anaphylactic reaction to sulfa drugs ( 1, 2, 3, 4)
List of Drugs to Avoid
Below mentioned are drugs that individuals sensitive to sulfa must avoid: Sulfonamide antimicrobials are drugs used to treat microbial infections. Individuals with sulfa allergy must avoid sulfonamide drugs. These drugs are categorized by their common prefix ‘sulfa’.