Question 1

is it possible to be allergic to peanut butter and not boiled peanuts?

Accepted Answer

Unlikely: Roasted peanuts (peanut butter) are more allergenic than peanuts processed in other manners (boiled, pickled or fried) . Ara h2 peanut protein is more responsible for anaphylaxis.  However, once a person is sensitized and allergic to peanuts (especially if severe), i would be very cautious and continue to avoid peanuts in all forms including boiled until better tests are available.

Question 2

is it possible to be allergic to peanut butter, but u can eat peanuts without any allergy reaction?

Accepted Answer

Check Ingredients: If you tolerate a food in one form but not another, this does not represent an ige mediated allergy (type 1 hypersensitivity).  For example, a person who does not tolerate milk but eats dairy based ice cream without a problem does not have a dairy allergy.  For your question regarding peanut butter, if you had an immediate reaction, it may be another ingredient in the peanut butter besides peanut.

Question 3

can a child be allergic to whole peanuts but not allergic peanut butter?

Accepted Answer

No: The peanut protein is the same in all preparations of peanut. The only exception is "peanut oil." if properly prepared and filtered, there is no peanut protein in peanut oil, so there can't be an allergic reaction to it. However, i would not bet my own child's life on whether some manufacturer didn't contaminate their oil with some protein. It's safest to avoid everything that says "peanut.".

Question 4

i've never been allergic to peanuts and i eat peanut butter all the time ... now nervous about being allgeric. can it be possible?

Accepted Answer

No allergy: If you eat peanut butter and have no reactions then you do not have an allergy to peanuts.

Question 5

does eating peanut butter during pregnancy make your baby more likely to be allergic to peanuts?

Accepted Answer

Controversial.: In some studies the risk went up, in some it went down. Probably depends on the individual genetics.

Question 6

can a person be allergic to peanut oil but not peanuts?  it seems that each time i eat organic peanut butter i get a sore throat and post nasal drip.

Accepted Answer

No : If you're allergic to peanuts you're allergic to whatever brand or form of peanuts you use. Some :organic" brands may have other ingredients or substances (such as pollens) that are causing your symptoms.  Try to stick with brands and forms you have used that were tolerated.

Question 7

how to know if i'm allergic to peanut butter?

Accepted Answer

Symptoms after eat: The usual symptoms of a food allergy are itching, hives, swelling (lip, tongue), throat tightness, nausea, vomiting, asthma or combination of those within minutes to hours of eating peanuts.  An allergist can confirm (or help rule out) an allergy through testing (either blood or skin test) and food challenge.

Question 8

how to determine if i am allergic to peanut butter?

Accepted Answer

Typical Symptoms: Peanut allergy can cause: itchiness, hives, lip/tongue/throat swelling, trouble breathing, nause, vomiting, diarrhea, abdominal pain, passing out and can cause death.

Question 9

is my baby allergic to peanut butter?  how can i tell?

Accepted Answer

You can't always: I don't recommend testing by having him handle or eat some. Family history of food allergy increases the risk, but doesn't mean definitely thebaby will be allergic. There are blood tests, and definitely for those under about 2 years old, skin tests done by a reputable allergist that can help identify food allergy. Reactions to accidental contact might help. Electrodermal, etc testing won't help.

Question 10

i think my 19month old is allergic to peanut butter. eyes swelled and hives on arms but she eats nuts with no problem is this normal?

Accepted Answer

Very possibly: A peanut allergy is very possible and eating peanuts or peanut butter should be avoided until you see your pediatrician or allergist. It's not unusual to have a peanut (a bean) allergy and not be allergic to tree nuts, however, !allergy testing often discloses allergy to at least one type of tree nut. Your md should be able to tell you what to avoid.

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Is it possible to be allergic to peanut butter, but u can eat peanuts without any allergy reaction?

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Can a child be allergic to whole peanuts but not allergic peanut butter?

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I've never been allergic to peanuts and i eat peanut butter all the time ... now nervous about being allgeric. can it be possible?

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Does eating peanut butter during pregnancy make your baby more likely to be allergic to peanuts?

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Can a person be allergic to peanut oil but not peanuts? it seems that each time i eat organic peanut butter i get a sore throat and post nasal drip.

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How to know if i'm allergic to peanut butter?

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How to determine if i am allergic to peanut butter?

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I think my 19month old is allergic to peanut butter. eyes swelled and hives on arms but she eats nuts with no problem is this normal?

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