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A member asked:

I have oral allergy syndrome. if i'm intolerant of orchard (potatoes), does that include the starch or just the protein from the real food? :(

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Dr. Arthur Heller answered

Specializes in Gastroenterology

Generally protein: Allergic reactions are generally to a protein (allergen/antigen) that induces an abnormal immunologic response (antibody response).

Answered 9/29/2012

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