Allergy, Tomato

Q: Can you be allergic to just tomatoes?

It is possible to have a tomato allergy. Most people allergic to tomatoes can also experience allergic reaction to other similar foods. It is a prevalent form of allergy.

Q: How common is tomato allergy?

Food allergy is quite common in both adults and children. While some people are allergic to prawns, others are allergic to eggplants, tomatoes, etc. Interestingly, individuals with tomato allergies can also be allergic to other food items at the same time.

Q: How long does a food allergy reaction last?

The symptoms can last as long as twenty to twenty-four hours or as short as an hour or two depending on the severity of the symptoms and the kind of exposure you had.

Q: Does tomato trigger eczema?

Tomatoes, like citrus fruits, may aggravate some persons with eczema. They might not directly create an allergic reaction, but they can make people with an eczema flare up.

Q: Can you become allergic to tomatoes later in life?

Although tomatoes may seem an unusual source of food allergies, it is possible to become allergic to them later in life. You may have been consuming tomatoes in sandwiches and pasta all your life but get tomato allergies after years.

Q: What does a tomato allergy rash look like?

It typically appears as itchy blisters, mainly in places where hands and arms would have come into contact with tomatoes. Usually, it takes 24 to 72 hours for the allergies to appear after coming in contact with tomatoes.

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Food allergy is an immune system reaction that occurs as soon as you consume the food item you’re allergic to. People frequently believe they have a food allergy when they experience an unpleasant reaction to something they ate. However, individuals could also be experiencing a reaction known as food intolerance.

While allergy is a response of the immune response to an allergen, food intolerance is mostly a result of an issue with the digestive system. Tomato is a commonly consumed food items in Indian and Western diets can also cause allergy. It is consumed both raw and processed for its nutrient content.

When individuals with tomato allergy are exposed to tomatoes, they may react to it. Even if they take a small bite, it can set off allergic reactions. People allergic to tomatoes may also be allergic to food items like eggplants, pepper, paprikas, and potatoes.

Although reactions to tomato allergy are not usually severe, the responses may vary from individual to individual. The symptoms range from mild rashes to serious breathing trouble. One of the initial symptoms when you come in contact with a tomato can be a rash on your skin. It can soon spread to other body parts.

It is important to get treatment for the allergic reaction as soon as possible. Otherwise, the condition can worsen over time. You may experience one or all of the symptoms if you're allergic to tomatoes. Some of the common symptoms of tomato allergy are:

Skin rash or eczema
Pain in the abdomen, feeling like throwing up, or diarrhoea
A stinging sensation in the throat
Coughing, sneezing, or rhinitis
Swelling of the face, mouth, tongue, or throat
Anaphylaxis (in rare conditions)

The symptoms can last for as long as 20 to 24 hours or as short as an hour or two. If you had a mild exposure, you would have mild symptoms; in the case of severe exposure, the symptoms will take time to go away. Even with treatment, the symptoms can last for two to three days.

A tomato allergy can be detected with either a blood test that looks for immunoglobulin E or a skin prick test. This test measures the amount of allergen-specific antibodies in a blood sample.

Apollo 24|7 offers an accurate and reliable Tomato Allergy Test. With us, you can expect to get the test reports within seven days. No fasting is required before the test. The blood sample will be collected following the procedures of a blood test and it will take only a few minutes.

The test can help doctor ascertain if the symptoms are a result of tomato allergy. Further, experts can determine whether you're allergic or sensitive to tomatoes. If tomato is identified as an allergen, the doctor will establish a course of treatment.

Avoidance is always the best course of action. However, antihistamines are highly effective in treating tomato allergies, and topical steroidal ointment can be helpful in treating allergic rashes.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Can you be allergic to just tomatoes?
It is possible to have a tomato allergy. Most people allergic to tomatoes can also experience allergic reaction to other similar foods. It is a prevalent form of allergy.
How common is tomato allergy?
Food allergy is quite common in both adults and children. While some people are allergic to prawns, others are allergic to eggplants, tomatoes, etc. Interestingly, individuals with tomato allergies can also be allergic to other food items at the same time.
How long does a food allergy reaction last?
The symptoms can last as long as twenty to twenty-four hours or as short as an hour or two depending on the severity of the symptoms and the kind of exposure you had.
Does tomato trigger eczema?
Tomatoes, like citrus fruits, may aggravate some persons with eczema. They might not directly create an allergic reaction, but they can make people with an eczema flare up.
Can you become allergic to tomatoes later in life?
Although tomatoes may seem an unusual source of food allergies, it is possible to become allergic to them later in life. You may have been consuming tomatoes in sandwiches and pasta all your life but get tomato allergies after years.
What does a tomato allergy rash look like?
It typically appears as itchy blisters, mainly in places where hands and arms would have come into contact with tomatoes. Usually, it takes 24 to 72 hours for the allergies to appear after coming in contact with tomatoes.

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The information mentioned above is meant for educational purposes only and should not be taken as a substitute to your Physician’s advice. It is highly recommended that the customer consults with a qualified healthcare professional to interpret test results