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I'm allergic to avocados. my lips get red and swollen, however i do not dislike them. should i avoid eating avocados? is it dangerous for me?

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Not dangerous: Why would you want red, swollen lips? If avocado does this, why would you ask this?

Answered 7/28/2015

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Allergy: Yes, if eating avocados causes your lips to swell, you should avoid contact or ingestion of avocados. Symptoms may get worse with another exposure.

Dr Amico Jr agreed

Answered 7/29/2015

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