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If anaphylaxis to food is so rare how come it seems to be pretty common when researched? if a blood test for food allergy was neg should you worry?

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Dr. Oscar Novick answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

Anaphylaxis: Even though one tests negative, one can still develop anaphylaxis by an overwhelming exposure to the food involved.

Answered 4/18/2014

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