However, a soy allergy can develop at any age.
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What Kinds of Products Cause Soy Allergy Symptoms?
Anaphylaxis
Rarely a soy allergy will causeanaphylaxis.
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Symptoms may begin similarly to milder reactions but worsen within seconds or minutes of ingesting an allergen.
Inform the dispatcher that epinephrine was given and more may be needed.
While most GI symptoms are uncomfortable, some may indicate a severe allergic reaction.
Don’t Wait to Call 911
Anaphylaxis can occur within seconds or minutes of ingesting the allergen.
There are several types ofallergy teststo determine a soy allergy.
Soy and its derivatives are found in many processed foods, sauces, and vegetarian protein products.
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