학술논문

Insulin Allergy
Document Type
article
Source
İstanbul Medical Journal, Vol 17, Iss 3, Pp 77-81 (2016)
Subject
Insulin
allergy
hypersensitivity
desensitization
Medicine
Language
English
ISSN
2619-9793
2148-094X
Abstract
At present, hypersensitivity reactions to human insulins and insulin analogs are rare, although these reactions were relatively common when bovine and porcine insulins were used. Clinical presentation can range from local reactions to severe anaphylaxis. Local reactions may decrease insulin absorption, which may disrupt blood glucose regulation. These reactions may be caused by insulin itself or by its additives. Systemic reactions following insulin injection require allergologic work-up. Desensitization therapy is a good option for patients with multiple insulin sensitizations.