Question 1

when i use bannana boat spf 50 sunscreen it burns my face but not my arms .

Accepted Answer

Don't: Seems as if you need a more gentle preparation for your face

Question 2

i think i developed a banana allergy but what are the symptoms?

Accepted Answer

Mouth itching, hives: Some patients with banana allergies may have cross reactivity with pollen allergies, with mouth itching, but on occasion can also have more serious symptoms such as throat swelling and trouble breathing.

Question 3

is there such thing as a banana allergy? what would be the symptoms?

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Yes: Symptoms of allergy to banana include oral itching/swelling, hives, cough, difficulty breathing, rash, etc...

Question 4

is a banana allergy common and how do you test for it?

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No: Banana allergy is not that common. Make an appointment with you allergists. After the obtain a history and perform a physical exam they may suggest skin testing with a commercial reagent and / or they may use a fresh piece of banana. Alternatively they may order a blood test. If there is a degree of suspicious for banana allergy and the testing does not help a food challenge may be done.

Question 5

what is the definition or description of: banana bag allergy?

Accepted Answer

Banana Bag allergy: A banana bag (rally pack) contains intravenous fluids (usually yellow in color) &amp; used to correct magnesium or thiamine deficiency. It usually contains multiple vitamins thiamine, folic acid, and magnesium sulfate in normal saline. I suppose an allergy would mean that one has an allergic reaction to one of the components in the intravenous solution.

Question 6

is it true that egg and banana shouldnt given to baby until 1 year,no family history of allergy,why?

Accepted Answer

No: Banana can be given after 6 months of age and egg can be given at 9 months of age. There are no scientific studies that delaying either of these any longer leads to less allergies.

Question 7

what should i use for sunscreen allergy?

Accepted Answer

Different sunscreen: Look for a sunscreen which has different ingredients. Reactions to sunscreen can be to the active ingredients or to other ingredients such as fragrance. Some sunscreens contain zinc oxide which is often a good alternative. Patch testing by an allergist or dermatologist can help identify the causative ingredient.

Question 8

what can i do to treat my allergy to sunscreen?

Accepted Answer

Ingredients: Make sure your sun screen is a physical sun screen not a chemical sun screen.

Question 9

what are signs of banana allergy?

Accepted Answer

Often itchy mouth or: Rash or if severe -- trouble breathing or swelling. The symptoms are similar to any food allergic reaction--nothing specific about banana. Check out this link.
http://www.foodallergy.org/.

Question 10

i think i developed a banana allergy but i don't know symptoms?

Accepted Answer

Banana Allergy: The spectrum of symptoms associated with food allergies can vary, but may range from oral itching and lip, tongue or throat swelling to abdominal cramps, nausea, vomiting, hives, wheezing, shortness of breath, dizziness and syncope (fainting).  Banana allergy is sometimes seen as a cross-reaction in individuals sensitive to ragweed pollen, also reacting to latex, melons, and kiwi.

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When i use bannana boat spf 50 sunscreen it burns my face but not my arms .

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I think i developed a banana allergy but what are the symptoms?

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Is there such thing as a banana allergy? what would be the symptoms?

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Is a banana allergy common and how do you test for it?

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What is the definition or description of: banana bag allergy?

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Is it true that egg and banana shouldnt given to baby until 1 year,no family history of allergy,why?

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What should i use for sunscreen allergy?

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What can i do to treat my allergy to sunscreen?

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What are signs of banana allergy?

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I think i developed a banana allergy but i don't know symptoms?

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