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Chinese restaurant syndrome is a collection of symptoms that some people experience after eating Chinese food. A food additive called monosodium glutamate (MSG) has been implicated, but it has not been proved to be the ... |
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Symptoms
Chest pain; Flushing; Headache; Numbness or burning in or around the mouth; Sense of facial pressure or swelling; Swe...
Causes
In 1968, reports of a series of reactions to Chinese food were first described. MSG was reported to cause these sympt...
Tests
Chinese restaurant syndrome is usually diagnosed based on the symptoms. The health care provider may ask the followin...
Treatments
Treatment depends on the symptoms. Most, such as headache or flushing, need no treatment. Life-threatening symptoms r...
Doctor Specialties
If you experience any symptoms such as shortness of breath, heart palpitations, chest pain, or swelling of the lips o...
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