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Egg allergen

Chicken eggs are among the most common food allergens.

MedlinePlus lists chicken eggs among the foods that most often cause food allergies. Egg allergy is especially common in young children; many outgrow it.

Reactions can range from mild symptoms to severe anaphylaxis. A food intolerance is different and usually involves digestive symptoms only.

Avoid egg if you are allergic. Read labels carefully because egg appears in many baked and processed foods.

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