Banner Health Email Newsletter: The connection between tick bites and food allergies (February 27, 2024)

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A tick bite can cause unexpected meat and dairy allergies

If you get bitten by a tick, you probably worry about Lyme disease, an infection that spreads from tick bites. But you could have another health problem after a tick bite. Alpha-gal syndrome (AGS) is an allergic reaction you can get after you’re bitten by the Lone Star tick. It can make you allergic to beef, pork, lamb and some dairy products.

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Get help with AGS

If you think you might have AGS, talk to a health care provider. They can evaluate your symptoms, offer a diagnosis and help you understand what you can and can’t eat. If you would like to connect with an allergist or immunologist who can help, reach out to Banner Health.

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