Chinese Restaurant Syndrome
Alternate Names : Glutamate-Induced Asthma, Hot Dog Headache, MSG (Monosodium Glutamate) Syndrome
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Diagnosis & Tests
Chinese restaurant syndrome is usually diagnosed based on the symptoms. The health care provider may ask the following questions as well:
- Have you eaten Chinese food within past 2 hours?
- Have you eaten any other food that may contain monosodium glutamate within past 2 hours?
The following signs may also be used to aid in diagnosis:
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