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Can i suddenly get a sesame seed allergy at age 50? my throat gets tight and filled with mucous!

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New food allergy: Allergic reactions can begin at any age and can suddenly develop to a food or medication that never caused problems previously.

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Dr. Gregory Hines answered

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Yes: Allergies can develop suddenly and unexpectedly. In adults, it is generally felt that all allergies change about every 7 years.

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