Question 1

i have no history of asthma or allergies to foods. can i all of a sudden become allergic?

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Yes: Food allergy often develops to previously tolerated foods.  Allergies to raw fruits and vegetables are usually associated with oral allergy syndrome and present with your symptoms.

Question 2

could you become allergic to lidocaine all of a sudden?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Lidocaine is an amide type local anesthetic and in general low in allergy potential. However anything that you are exposed to can create an allergic response after the initial exposure.
So yes although not common you can develop an allergy to Lidocaine all of a sudden.

Question 3

how can you become allergic to something?

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2 factors: 2 factors play in the development of allergies: genetic background and environmental exposure. When you have both, it is a good ground for an allergy to develop.

Question 4

could you become allergic to soap?

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Yes: You can become allergic to an ingredient in soap, especially if it has a harsh cleaner or fragrance.

Question 5

could i become allergic to dogs suddenly?

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Yes: You can develop a new allergy at any age.  Skin or blood testing is available for dogs.  You can see an allergist and get tested if you wish.

Question 6

could you become allergic to something that you've always been fine eating?

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Food allergy: Food allergies tend to be sudden and unpredictable, and you can become allergic to something you had been tolerating all along at any age.

Question 7

how likey is it to become allergic to food/medicine?

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Food / drug allergy: We are seeing more young and old developing allergies to foods or medications.  Risk factors include personal or 1st degree relative with +ve family history, being female, taking many medications, puts one at greater risk of developing an allergy.

Question 8

can you tell me can i randomly become allergic to makeup?

Accepted Answer

Allergic dermatitis: Random might as well be the term for it; we tend to use the term idiopathic. Though we understand what process is involved, we don't know why certain people develop allergy to products applied on the skin. Cosmetic allergy is very common, and occurs sometimes after years of use. Patch testing can help identify the specific ingredient causing the allergy. Seek out a board certified allergist.

Question 9

can you explain if it's possible to become allergic to apples?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Nearly all proteins, especially foreign ones, can induce an allergic reaction in some people.  Most of the apple allergic reactions consist of itchy mouth, itchy throat, and or swollen lips in a condition known as Oral Allergy Syndrome. The cause is thought to be from allergy to birch tree pollen which shares a common allergen with apple, celery , and carrot l

Question 10

what is the mechanism by which people become allergic to insects and flies?

Accepted Answer

Insect allergy: This just happens and there is no good predictor for it, it is more common in people who already have environmental allergies.

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