Peanut allergy: case report
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Peanut allergyAbstract
Peanut (Arachis hypogae) family Leguminosae, also called earthnut or groundnut, is a small annual plant cultivated throughout tropicalAfrica and inIndia,Brazil,South USA andAustralia. Peanut oil is used in the production of margarine and cooking fats. Peanut is commonly eaten in roasted form. Two emergency cases of peanut allergy in siblings are reported presenting with urticaria and bronchoconstriction. Peanut allergy is common and should be excluded in all allergic patients.ÂReferences
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