Salicylate sensitivity
Salicylate Sensitivity
Salicylate sensitivity is a hypersensitivity reaction to salicylate, a chemical compound found in various foods and medications.
Pronunciation
Salicylate: /səˈlɪsɪleɪt/
Sensitivity: /sɛnsɪˈtɪvɪti/
Etymology
The term "salicylate" is derived from the Latin word "salix," meaning willow tree, as salicylate was first isolated from the bark of a willow tree. "Sensitivity" comes from the Latin "sensitivus," meaning "capable of sensation."
Definition
Salicylate sensitivity is a non-allergic intolerance that occurs when the normal metabolic pathways for salicylate become saturated, resulting in an accumulation of salicylate in the body. This can lead to a variety of symptoms, including asthma, rhinitis, nasal polyps, and urticaria.
Symptoms
Symptoms of salicylate sensitivity can vary widely and may include:
- Asthma: Difficulty breathing, wheezing, and shortness of breath.
- Rhinitis: Runny or stuffy nose, sneezing, and post-nasal drip.
- Nasal polyps: Soft, painless, noncancerous growths on the lining of your nasal passages or sinuses.
- Urticaria: A skin rash with red, itchy, swollen, pale bumps.
Related Terms
- Aspirin: A common medication that contains salicylate.
- Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs): A class of drugs that includes salicylates.
- Food intolerance: A negative reaction to certain foods, which can include those high in salicylates.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Salicylate sensitivity
- Wikipedia's article - Salicylate sensitivity
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