Question 1

how long can swelling from a mild peanut allergy last?

Accepted Answer

Not long: Swelling from a food allergy reaction typically lasts an hour or two. I'm hoping that you're not asking to determine "whether it's worth it." intentional exposures to a food allergen, even if the reaction is mild, can lead to increasing sensitivity over time. If you're allergic to a food, it's best to completely avoid it.

Question 2

for what length of time can peanut allergy symptoms last?

Accepted Answer

Lifelong: Peanut allergy is not one of the allergies that most people "grow out of.".

Question 3

my daughter seens to have a mild peanut allergy. she has pnuts today by mistake and has a reddened face. will it go away or should i seek medical attn?

Accepted Answer

Confirm with testing: Peanut allergy can be very serious and needs to be confirmed with testing. Depending on her age it could potentially get worse with each exposure. If she is completely fine now there is nothing immediate that needs to be done but if there is any throat swelling/ breathing issues use Benadryl (diphenhydramine) and seek immediate help. Go to primary for testing and avoid peanuts and any product with peanuts for now.

Question 4

what lips symptoms could be due to peanut allergy?

Accepted Answer

Peanut allergy: Perhaps swelling of lips.

Question 5

is it possible that blue lips and nail beds be a symptom of peanut allergy?

Accepted Answer

Blue lips/nails: Blue lips and nail beds are a sign of not having enough oxygen in the blood and if the allergy is so bad that the person cannot breath well then you can see this, but before that the perosn will have other symptoms. See ur doc asap if you have blue lips and nail beds on an ongoing basis. If breathign difficulty call 9-1-1.

Question 6

what to do if i have a peanut allergy?

Accepted Answer

Avoid peanuts: Currently, the only treatment for peanut allergy is strict avoidance, having self-injectable Epinephrine available, a written anaphylaxis action plan and wearing a medical ID.  Reading food labels and being aware of cross contamination is key.   An allergist can assist in discussing prognosis and future treatments.

Question 7

how should a peanut allergy be treated?

Accepted Answer

Avoidance: Currently the only treatment for food allergies including peanut is complete avoidance, and having Epinephrine for accidental exposure.  There are ongoing clinical trials attempting to desensitize children with peanut allergy and results are promising but still preliminary.

Question 8

is there any way to cure a peanut allergy?

Accepted Answer

Not yet: Peanut allergy and it's treatment is an area of very active research. Cuurrently treatment consists of avoidance and having epi available if exposure occurs. On going clinical trials are exploring ways of having patients eats peanuts and seeing the effects. The data is promising but preliminary and not yet ready for wide spread use.

Question 9

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 10

should i avoid avercodo if i have a peanut allergy?

Accepted Answer

No : Persons with peanut allergy are at increased risk to have nut allergies and other legume allergies (about 10% have pea, bean, soy).  They are not at risk for avocado allergy.  However, persons with latex allergy are more likely to be allergic to avocado, kiwi, and chestnuts.

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