Question 1

can christmas trees trigger childhood allergies?

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Yes: They can, but not as often as you might think.  People can be allergic to tree pollen and sap.  In december, christmas pine trees do not release that much pollen, though they can be covered in pollen just from being outdoors for years.  Many experts recommend spraying the tree down with water in the yard before bringing it into the house.

Question 2

which trees are blooming now that cause allergies?

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Depends . . .: Where you live affects what allergens are prevalent during any given season. At the risk of schilling for big pharma (which i'm not), check out this link to a MAP of states that gives you some idea of what allergens tend to dominate where (http://www.Clarinex.Net/application/allergyinfo.Action?Link=geography). I tried to look for non-commercial maps but couldn't find any. Sorry!

Question 3

what are the symptoms of tree nut allergies reaction?

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Typical Allergy Sy: Tree nut allergy can present with runny nose, itchy nose and eyes, itchy skin, lip/tongue or throat swelling, hives, wheezing, asthma symptoms, belly pain, nausea, vomiting, passing out and rarely death.

Question 4

how did i form my tree nut allergy?

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Great question: Unfortunately, the exact reason people develop nut allergies is unclear.  It is likely a combination of being genetically predisposed and environmental exposure.  One theory is early exposure to lotions or oils containing nut protein applied to infants who have thin skin or eczema.  The nut protein is absorbed and body senses it as "abnormal" and make allergic antibodies.  Why in adults? Not sure.

Question 5

how can someone outgrow a tree nut allergy?

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Not likely to clear: As a child the odds of a tree nut allergy clearing are one in five. As an adult less than that.

Question 6

what are healthy things to eat for snax with a tree nut allergy?

Accepted Answer

Many: Consider fruits and veggies.

Question 7

have tree nut allergy so what are some nuts that do not grow on trees?

Accepted Answer

Peanut/ soy nut: Peanuts and soy nuts are actually legumes.  However, a word of caution, many people that are allergic to tree nut also have problems with peanut or soy.  Be sure that you had negative tests for peanut and soy before proceeding.

Question 8

could you tell me what are healthy things to eat with a tree nut allergy?

Accepted Answer

Sounds simple: But anything without tree nuts in them.  Check out food allergy.Org.  You can download some good info there about ways that tree nuts can hide in things and what to look for on labels.

Question 9

how do you deal with your child's nut (tree nut) allergy?  what common tree nut foods are all over the place?

Accepted Answer

Read labels: You become an expert in reading labels and asking questions when you eat out. If the allergies are severe, the a medic alert bracelet or necklace is indicated. Having an Epipen (epinephrine) on hand at all times is essential.
Almonds, pecans, and walnuts are common in foods so you ask in restaurants if foods can be prepared separate from such foods. Education in your child's school, making his foods, etc.

Question 10

have there been any allergies (plants, trees, etc.) identified as occurring between early october and early november in the san francisco bay area?

Accepted Answer

Grass: Fall weed pollenation typically concludes by the end of sept however, late rains can result in a second wave of grass pollenation. Rains and warm weather can also result in high mold in the air. Go to pollen.Com for local pollen counts in your area.

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