Question 1

is coconut oil safe for someone with a peanut allergy thank you very much for your time?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Oil usually contains very little protein and thus even peanut-allergic people may tolerate peanut oil in most but not all instances.  As for coconut, it is totally different from peanuts-- so don't worry be happy

Question 2

can you have peanut oil despite having a severe peanut allergy?

Accepted Answer

Usually : Peanut allergy is a sensitivity to the protein found in peanuts--not necessarily the oil. Most fast food restaurants used peanut oil that has none of the allergic proteins. There are some peanut oils (cold pressed or poorly refined) that should be avoided.

Question 3

is there such a thing as a canola oil  allergy? if so, what are the symptoms?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Canola is a plant in the family of rapeseed. People can have allergies to these plants leading to similar reactions. Testing for an allergy can be accomplished through an allergist.

Question 4

what do the risks mean for a peanut allergy?

Accepted Answer

Peanut allergy: The most serious risk is immidiate allergic responce with swelling of larynx which if not treated can be fatal, and late effects with rash, wheezing and cough are slow to develope and easy to treat.So if you have peanut allergy you carry Epipen (epinephrine) with you all the time.

Question 5

are there any ways to suddenly develop a peanut allergy?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Allergy can develop at any time or any age.

Question 6

what is the aspect of peanut oil that causes people to have allergies to it?

Accepted Answer

Wrong: You  cannot  be  allergic  to  oil  only  to  the  protein  in  peanut  unless  oil  is  contaminated.

Question 7

describe the features of peanut allergy in a baby.?

Accepted Answer

Unusual: It would be unusual for a baby to have peanut allergies. Babies should not consume peanuts, or other nuts, until at least a year of age. Allergies are caused by multiple exposures to something that your body does not like. As such, unless the baby was in an environment where they were frequently exposed to peanut dust, it would unusual for them to react. If concerned, see their doctor.

Question 8

my friend has a peanut allergy--can this be deadly?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Some allergic reactions are mild and only cause a rash. Others can be fatal by constricting the breathing tube.

Question 9

is there a way to reduce a peanut allergy so i won't need an epi-pen?

Accepted Answer

Peanut allergy: Unfortunately for now, you will need to carry your epipen (epinephrine). Research on food oral immunotherapy is being done in children, xolair may also attenuate the response to peanuts, but you still need your Epinephrine injector. If your Epipen (epinephrine) is too bulky for you, ask your doctor about auviq, it is a new device that offers the same effect and is less bulky to carry around.

Question 10

what lips symptoms could be due to peanut allergy?

Accepted Answer

Peanut allergy: Perhaps swelling of lips.

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