Allergies

Peanut allergy is third most common allergy affecting individuals behind milk and eggs. Peanut allergy is a disease that affects the immune system, and can result in a vast array of different symptoms in different people. Peanut allergy in itself is different from ordinary tree nut allergy, and in some cases can result in much more severe reactions. This is because a penut is actually a legume and a tree nut is a dry fruit. The two allergies do share many similar symptoms, but individuals suffering from one usually do not suffer from the other.

In the US, peanut allergy is the most common. Because of different isolated cases where the individual suffering from peanut allergy died during the reaction, many businesses in America now declare whether or not peanut products were used in the preparation of their food. With peanut allergy, sometimes even the smallest trace amounts of contact can lead sufferers to experience symptoms of peanut allergy. Peanut allergy has also earned the title of being the most deadly food allergy in the world, being the cause of 4 out of 5 food allergen related deaths overall.

Symptoms

Symptoms begin showing up in individuals suffering from peanut allergy shortly after contact. There are many different symptoms of peanut allergy, the most popular of which include stomach ache, itchy eyes, rash, hives, nasal congestion or running, and tingling of extremeties most usually in the tongue. In most cases, these symptoms lessen as time goes on. In rare, more severe reactions the individual may report a tightening int he threat, loss of voice, vomiting, diarreah or trouble breathing.

It is important that anyone suffering from an allergic reaction consults a doctor, no matter the severity of the reaction. If the reaction is severe, always take them to the emergency room. Most deaths from the symptoms of peanut allergy are due to severe analphylaxis (a symptom that affects several different organ systems at once). If you believe anyone you know is suffering from analphylaxis it is important that you seek medical help immediately.

Avoiding Peanut Allergens

It is important that those suffering from peanut allergy understand that many reactions occur from cross contact, where perhaps food was processed on a machine that had previously processed peanut products and was not cleaned thoroughly enough. Many foods also use peanut oils. This is most common in asian cuisine, but even so, anyone who suffers from peanut allergy should develop a habit of reading all labels on all food they eat prior to ingesting.

Some common foods that contain peanut allergens are peanut butter, mixed nuts, various cereals, sunflower seeds, assorted breads, energy granola bars, and salad additives. Also avoid artificial nuts, because most of these contain pieces of peanuts that have been reflavored artificially.

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