Is there such a thing as people being allergic to Avocado?

Question

Sometimes whenever I eat Avocado I get an itchy tongue and mouth, which is really odd but non-life threatening, so I'm wondering if this sort of allergy is rare or not.

Thanks.

*pushes denise the duh-head off the plank*

I will pick best answer in the next days.

Answer 1

Yes, a person can be allergic to any food. Possibly, if you are putting something on the Avocado a chemical reaction is taking place and this is what's causing your tongue and mouth to itch. Next time you see your doctor ask about the itching. You want to be careful, some allergies get worse the more often they occur.

Answer 2

Allergic To Avocado

Answer 3

Avocado Allergy

Answer 4

You can absolutely have an allergy to avocado. The really scary thing is that every time you eat it the chance that the reaction will get worse increases. It's hard to determine how violently your body will react to the avocado each time you eat it. So the best thing to do is to stay away from it. You also need to be careful with banannas and anything containing latex as an avocado allergy is a precurser to a latex allergy. If I were you I'd not eat them because while it may not be life threatening now the allergy can get worse... and it could lead to a life threatening reaciton...

Answer 5

YEs..

But it could also be Oral Allergy Syndrome


Pollen, Fruits, Veggies Help Trigger Oral Allergy Syndrome

August 2007-- Up to One-Third of people with Seasonal Allergies may suffer Oral Allergy Syndrome (OAS), which results from a cross-reactivity between seasonal airborne pollen proteins from weeds, grass and trees and similar proteins in some fresh fruits and vegetables.
Common symptoms of OAS -- also known as pollen-food syndrome -- include: itchiness, tingling or swelling of the mouth, tongue and throat immediately after eating fresh fruits, vegetables and certain kinds of other foods, according to the American Academy of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology (AAAAI).
In some cases, people may suffer severe throat swelling or even a systemic reaction.
People with ragweed pollen allergies might experience symptoms if they eat foods such as bananas, cucumbers, melons, zucchini, sunflower seeds, chamomile tea and Echinacea.
People with birch tree pollen allergies may experience OAS symptoms if they eat food such as peaches, apples, pears, cherries, carrots, hazelnuts, kiwi fruit or almonds.
In most cases, cooking these foods will reduce or prevent an allergic reaction.
The AAAAI recommends people consult a Physician if they:

· experience itchy mouth from raw fruits or vegetables;
· have limited their diet based upon perceived adverse reactions to food or additives;
· have prolonged or severe symptoms of rhinitis;
· have nasal polyps;
· have co-existing conditions such as asthma or recurrent sinusitis;
· have symptoms that interfere with their quality of life and/or ability to function;
· have found medications to be ineffective or have had adverse reactions to medications;
· are a child with allergic rhinitis. Immunotherapy may prevent the development of asthma.

Answer 6

When I was a child, few people were allergic to anything other than dust, etc. In recent years, it seems that people can be allergic to anything...it doesn't always happen at birth...some people develop allergies at mature ages.

Answer 7

Yes, you can be allergic to avocado.

Answer 8

yes honey...i am allergic to avocados as well. i ate guacamole once and was itching on my hands and feet, etc..

Answer 9

people allergic to latex are told to stay away from avacado.

Answer 10

it's possible, though rare see your doctor