Alpha-gal Syndrome (AGS) - Diagnosis Algorithm
Does patient have recurrent episodes of urticaria, angioedema or isolated GI distress?
Pertinent History for AGS (If patient affirms ≥2 of these boxes, then consider testing for alpha-gal IgE):
• Timing
- Nighttime symptoms are most common
- Itching - often an early symptom
• Ticks
- Known tick bites and/or a history of outdoor activities in areas with ticks
- Persistent irritation at site of tick bite
• Diet
- Beef, pork, Iamb, venison in diet
- High fat dairy in diet
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