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I haven't eaten nuts in almost 2 years bc of a special autoimmune diet. if i start up again how likely will i be allergic to it?

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Dr. John Chiu answered

No higher risk: You are not more likely than the average person in developing a nut allergy.

Answered 6/22/2016

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A member asked:

I haven't eaten nuts in almost 2 years bc of a special autoimmune diet. if i start up again how likely will i be allergic to it?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. John Chiu answered

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