*Egg Allergy* 🥚 *What Is Egg Allergy?* An immune reaction to proteins in eggs, commonly *egg whites* (but sometimes yolks too). More common in children. ⚠️ *Symptoms:* - Skin: Hives, rashes, itching - GI: Nausea, vomiting, stomach pain - Respiratory: Sneezing, coughing, wheezing - Severe: *Anaphylaxis* (life-threatening reaction) 🧬 *Causes:* Reaction to proteins like *ovalbumin* (in egg white). 📉 *Can it go away?* Yes – many children outgrow it by age 5–7. 🛑 *Foods to Avoid:* - Obvious: Eggs, omelets, cakes, mayonnaise - Hidden: Some pasta, ice cream, vaccines (e.g. yellow fever) ✅ *Egg Replacements:* - Applesauce - Mashed banana - Commercial egg replacers (for baking) 🩺 *Diagnosis:* - Skin prick test - Blood test (IgE) - Oral food challenge (in hospital setting) 💉 *Treatment:* - Avoid eggs - Antihistamines for mild reactions - Epinephrine (EpiPen) for severe cases