Tomato
Tomatoes (primary ketchup ingredient) can trigger oral allergy syndrome (OAS) via profilin (Lyc e 1) or lipid transfer proteins (Lyc e 3), especially in birch pollen or grass pollen allergics. Rarely causes anaphylaxis; cross-reacts with latex (latex-fruit syndrome).
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Tomato
Tomatoes (primary ketchup ingredient) can trigger oral allergy syndrome (OAS) via profilin (Lyc e 1) or lipid transfer proteins (Lyc e 3), especially in birch pollen or grass pollen allergics. Rarely causes anaphylaxis; cross-reacts with latex (latex-fruit syndrome).
Symptoms
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Skin rash
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Itching
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Swelling
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Digestive Issues
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Oral Allergy Syndrome
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Anaphylaxis
Healing & Prevention
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Avoidance
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Antihistamines
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Epinephrine Auto-Injector
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Topical Creams
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Medical Consultation
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Dietary Substitutes
