Question 1

stinging tongue/lips and feeling nauseous. is this a food allergy?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Most likely a problem with oral allergy syndrome which is a cross reactivity issue with certain raw fruits and vegetables which have similar protein structures to some pollens like ragweed, birch tree, grass or mugwort.

Question 2

is it possible for geographic tongue to be caused by gluten intolerance or other food allergies?

Accepted Answer

No: No one really knows the cause of geographic tongue.

Question 3

how to cure the after effects of food allergy like puffy eyes, thick tongue?

Accepted Answer

Tincture of time: Food allergy symptoms generally resolve quickly once the offending food is eliminated from the diet. Antihistamines and in more severe reactions, steroids, may help minimize and/or shorted the duration of symptoms.

Question 4

can geographic tongue be caused by a food allergy or intolerance, such as celiac disease? or lactose intolerance?

Accepted Answer

No: Geographic tongue is a normal variant.

Question 5

i have health anxiety. my fear is food allergy and that my tongue is going to swell because of the food i eat. have no food allergy or other allergies?

Accepted Answer

Allergies: Look at family history, is anyone else have any allergies?   Then get yourself tested by a physician for any allergic reactions to all foods.

Question 6

can geographic tongue be a food allergy or intolerance?

Accepted Answer

Yes : It is usually a chronic condition exacerbated by certain food, stress, or hormonal influences in women (menstruating). Foods can include  spicy foods, sour foods, citrus, walnuts, eggplant, tomato , sharp cheese, among others. Many of them are high in natural salicylates- found in aspirin.  Do a search for foods to avoid online and see if avoidance helps.

Question 7

took a food allergy test & nuts, it was negative. this means i can eat everything? afraid of swollen tongue. all this fear? never had swollen tongue!

Accepted Answer

Great: You should be able to eat all foods.  If you want some added relief insurance, you can keep Benadryl (diphenhydramine) with you.  It can counteract the allergic reactions you are afraid of.

Question 8

i don't have food allergies, or other allergies. how likely is it that my tongue will swell? afraid of tongue swelling. this fear came out of the blue.

Accepted Answer

Unlikely: Angioedema of the tongue is rare outside of allergic responses. A psychiatrist can help if you suffer from many irrational fears.

Question 9

i just had a food allergy and now i have bumps on back of tongue i that normal?

Accepted Answer

Yes, it is: If you have had an allergic reaction it is normal have those bumps.  Its as if your taste buds went a little haywire.  Give it a week or two to resolve.  Call your doctor if you develop ulcers or bleeding.

Question 10

ive been getting hives mainly on my left side of my arms and face only. for almost 6 weeks now. i have bumps on the back of my tongue that dont go down and seem to have develop food allergys to almost everything. i have them almost every day?

Accepted Answer

: The cause of recurring hives is often very elusive. I recommend consulting an allergist for evaluation. Appropriate testing will be done. Up to date treatment will be offered.

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Stinging tongue/lips and feeling nauseous. is this a food allergy?

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Is it possible for geographic tongue to be caused by gluten intolerance or other food allergies?

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How to cure the after effects of food allergy like puffy eyes, thick tongue?

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Can geographic tongue be caused by a food allergy or intolerance, such as celiac disease? or lactose intolerance?

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I have health anxiety. my fear is food allergy and that my tongue is going to swell because of the food i eat. have no food allergy or other allergies?

A member asked:

Can geographic tongue be a food allergy or intolerance?

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Took a food allergy test & nuts, it was negative. this means i can eat everything? afraid of swollen tongue. all this fear? never had swollen tongue!

A member asked:

I don't have food allergies, or other allergies. how likely is it that my tongue will swell? afraid of tongue swelling. this fear came out of the blue.

A member asked:

I just had a food allergy and now i have bumps on back of tongue i that normal?

A member asked:

Ive been getting hives mainly on my left side of my arms and face only. for almost 6 weeks now. i have bumps on the back of my tongue that dont go down and seem to have develop food allergys to almost everything. i have them almost every day?

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