Oral Allergy syndrome
In some cases, allergic reactions can be confined to the mouth, lips, tongue or throat area. Here, the symptoms which are generally tingling and localised swelling usually occur within one hour of eating the offending food. Oral allergy syndrome is normally linked to the consumption of fresh fruit and vegetables. Patients often complain that something is stuck in their throat but progression to a severe reaction is unlikely. People with oral allergy syndrome caused by fruit and vegetables often have an associated allergy to certain pollens and may get hay fever when these pollens are in season.
