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Ham

Pork (ham) may trigger allergy via proteins (e.g., serum albumin) or, rarely, Alpha-Gal Syndrome (mammalian meat sugar α-Gal). Reactions: hives, anaphylaxis. Common topping on Pizza Hawaii.

Symptoms

  • Hives
  • Swelling
  • Itching
  • Nausea or Vomiting
  • Abdominal Pain
  • Diarrhea
  • Difficulty Breathing
  • Anaphylaxis

Healing & Prevention

  • Avoidance
  • Antihistamines
  • Epinephrine Auto-Injector
  • Medical Consultation
  • Emergency Action Plan
  • Reading Labels

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