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If i am allergic to dust and i swallow a piece of dust, could i have an allergy attack?

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Dr. James Fox answered

No: Enzymes in the gastrointestinal system would degrade the allergenic proteins. Most symptoms of dust allergy are respiratory and due to inhalation.

Dr Kuitems and another doctor agreed

Answered 3/14/2019

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A member asked:

If i am allergic to dust and i swallow a piece of dust, could i have an allergy attack?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. James Fox answered

Dr Kuitems and another doctor agreed

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