every time i eat apples or any kind of fruit my lips burn and the inside of my ears itch.. am i allergic?

Question

also this started happening when i got pregnant, and has continued after i had the baby

Answer 1

Yes, it sounds like this is an allergic reaction. It is called oral allergy syndrome. It causes people to have itchy tingly mouths after eating certain fruits. Usually if the fruit is cooked, it no longer causes an allergic reaction. It is usually related to having other allergies to pollen. Unfortunately, pregnancy often causes people to develop new allergies. Here are some websites that have some info on oral allergy syndrome.

http://www.calgaryallergy.ca/articles/en...
http://www.allergyclinic.co.uk/oas.htm...

I would try eating the fruit cooked (like a baked apple) and see if the reaction still occurs.

Answer 2

It could very well be. Pregnancy can cause all kinds of things happen in your body. You can just about expect anything to happen during this time including allergies or intolerances. Remember if you are allergic each reaction can get worse overtime. So I suggest staying clear of apples and eat a different fruit.

Answer 3

It is called oral allergy syndrome. You only have this problem with raw fruit, right? It is related to pollen allergies. I used to have it too. I could not eat almost all raw fruits and vegetables. Even getting the juice on my hands would make them break out in a rash. After being on allergy desensitation shots for pollen allergies for five years, my allergy to raw fruits and vegetables went away! Now I can even eat salad and watermelon.

Answer 4

It definately sounds like you have developed an allergy. Don't eat any more fruit that causes this reaction until you see your doctor. He will probably send you for allergy testing. Also if you have these allergies your baby may have some too. Good luck, you'll get it all sorted out.

Answer 5

you will be allergic. i comprehend because of the fact for one I fairly have a existence thretening peanut and tree nut allergie and my mom and little sister get a similar element whilst they eat apples to. attempt taking the peal off the apples and notice if that helps if it doesnt that's advisable to bypass to the docs to verify in case your allergic to them. you would be fantastic Sparkle and Shine

Answer 6

yes my daughter gets that
she got a itching tingly sensation took her to Dr and yes, it is an allergic reaction.

Answer 7

Quite possibly, yes. See a doctor and get it checked out before you make any conclusions.