Weeping fig

Agent Name
Weeping fig
Major Category
Biological Agents
Synonyms
Benjamin's fig; Ficus benjamina;
Category
Plant-Derived Allergens
Comments
Occupational asthma documented in 7% of 84 plant keepers; [Malo] Occupational contact urticaria documented; [Kanerva, p. 222]
Reference Link #1
Occupational allergy to weeping fig in plant keepers.
Biomedical References
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Adverse Effects

Asthma
Yes

Diseases, Processes, and Activities Linked to This Agent

Diseases

Occupational diseases associated with exposure to this agent: