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Is it possible for a person to be allergic to water?
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Unusual: There is an entity called aquagenic urticaria in which patients develop hive when exposed to water. It is very unusual and it is not clear the cause. It may be related to the temperature of the water.
Answered 3/26/2013
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Symptoms?: It is.Possible to develop hives from water exposure called aquagenic urticaria. Also can have sensitivities to components of drinking water.
Answered 10/3/2016
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