Question 1

strawberry allergy sufferer missing much nutrition?

Accepted Answer

No: Not consuming strawberries would not affect the nutrition of a person as long as s/he takes other fruits and vegetables.

Question 2

are there anythings that can ease a strawberry allergy?

Accepted Answer

No: Food allergy is food allergy and there is nothing that can be taken that can "ease" or allow one to consume the food they are allergic to.

Question 3

how will i know what does a strawberry allergy look like?

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Several reactions: While any food can trigger a food allergy, strawberries are commonly blamed for itchy skin rashes after ingestion and sometimes direct skin contact.  More severe allergic type reactions may occur, but are less common.  Strawberries contain chemical type substance that can release histamine, causing the itchy rashes.  Sometimes the reaction is limited to the mouth/throat with itching--oral allergy.

Question 4

what is the definition or description of: strawberry allergy?

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Food allergy: Allergy to any food, in this case strawberry will cause symptoms of oral itching, lip or tongue swelling, hives, breathing difficulty and/or throat closure etc. Food allergy is diagnosed with clinical history followed by skin or blood test and that information helps establish the diagnosis and severity of the allergy.

Question 5

hello!
what foods should i avoid with a strawberry allergy?
thank you!
june

Accepted Answer

Not an easy question: obviously strawberries, and probably cherries, other fruits that cross react: ? grapes. you will definitely be better off seeing an allergist for better evaluation, testing and probably performing food challenges, most important though is prescribing epinephrine to use in emergency, together with an antihistaiminc. pls check the ACAAI web site to locate an allergist in your area, goodluck

Question 6

strawberry allergy to conventional fruit or organic also?

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The same allergen: Whether a fruit is organic or not, does not matter for conventional food allergies. The allergen in the fruit will be the same. Bottomline, always avoid the fruit you are allergic to.

Question 7

are there any cures, or things that can prevent, a strawberry allergy?

Accepted Answer

No cure, just avoid: There are no cures for food allergy. Prevent reactions by reading labels and avoiding all foods which contain the food to which you're allergic.

Question 8

what does strawberry allergy rash look like?

Accepted Answer

Red, hives: Can be selling on skin such as hives or red itchy rash on face and body. Food allergies will resolve in 1-3 days if you avoid food. Take oral antihistamine and topical hydrocortisone. If it persists see md.

Question 9

if you get a red rash with strawberry allergy, would you have a blue rash with blueberry allergy?

Accepted Answer

No: It doesn't work that way.

Question 10

if i had strawberry flavored candy with no itching, does this mean my strawberry allergy is gone?

Accepted Answer

No: Strawberry candy may contain no actual strawberries - like juice which contains no juice.  You would have to check ingredients as it may only have artificial colors and flavors.

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