Posted by stjames on December 11, 2003, at 15:38:03
In reply to Re: Simian, slightly high histamine is a marker f » stjames, posted by tealady on December 9, 2003, at 15:19:30
> Hi,
> I had some skin prick tests about 2 weeks ago and had no immediate reaction (within the 10-15 mins) except , as expected, for histamine.
> I did get reactions (swelling at sites) about 5 hrs later..and more about a day later and even bigger by 2 days later.
> I've read on the net this indicates something but it is not a "typical" type allergic reaction.
> Have you any idea what it means?
>
> Janinterdermal tests are the only tests that work for me, the prick test is too insensitive. interdermal tests are an injection right under the skin and not a prick.
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