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step 1
A person consumes an allergen -
step 2
After the subject consumes the allergen, the body immediately makes an antibody -
step 3
the antibody then will attach itself to the cells located through the entire body to prepare for another consumption of the allergen -
step 4
then when the food allergen enters the body once more, the allergen attaches itself to the antibodies and then sends signals out to release histamine. -
step 5
the release of the histamine causes irritation and swelling throughout the body. -
step 6
Some of the results of the swelling and irritation can vary depending on the persons but can cause hives, anaphylaxis, and shortness of breath.
