Salmon allergy is a type of fish allergy caused by an immune response to specific proteins found in salmon. It occurs more frequently in adults than in children and can be triggered by consuming either raw or cooked salmon. Symptoms can range in severity and may involve the skin, digestive system, or respiratory tract.
Individuals with a salmon allergy may also react to other types of fish, as there can be cross-reactivity among different fish proteins. It’s less common to have cross-reactivity between fish and shellfish. Potential cross-reactive foods include: