A 35-year-old member asked:
Do food allergies get worse as you age?
2 doctor answers • 2 doctors weighed in
Dr. Nayla Mumnehanswered
Allergy and Immunology 30 years experience
Not age: Age is really not much a factor when it comes to shellfish and nut and peanut allergy. Some children outgrow some food allergies they had at a young age. Best to consult an allergist about your allergies for proper advice.
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A Verified Doctoranswered
49 years experience
No.: If anything, they may lessen. On the other hand, you can develop a new sensitivity later in life. And many times there is no allergic component; for example asprin causing bleeding or milk products causing bloating or diarrhea.
5.3k viewsAnswered >2 years ago
Last updated Apr 29, 2016
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