Ige

My IGE level is 995. Wat it means. Is it caused the allergy.

[Dr Rajput]

Hi, welcome to the forum, the normal IgE levels fall below 100. Any level above 500 is higher and is suggestive of allergy or parasitic infection. You have not mentioned your symptoms; it can be seen in patients with atopic or allergic dermatitis, allergic rhinitis, conjunctivitis, asthma and parasitic infection with hook worm, round worms etc.  It is usually seen secondary to exposure to allergen and subsequent reaction is mediated by IgE antibodies. Your body is known to hypersensitive to certain things.  

Stinging insects, Aeroallergens (uncommon), Foods and additives like Milk, egg, peanuts, nuts, soy, and wheat are the most common agents to cause such allergic manifestations.

This triggering factor should be identified and should be avoided. Even a skin allergy test can be useful.

I suggest you to consult to a skin specialist/ immunologist for further steps of management. Take care and regards.

[bsmsl]

IgE is a chemical released by mast cells in reaction to allergens.  Your level does indicate that you have significant allergy issues.  Depending on what symptoms you have there are different treatments available.  Usually you would start by treating symptoms with anithistamines and nasal sprays.  If you happen to have moderate to severe asthma you might qualify for Xolair.

Feel better.