Allergy information

Did you know…
… that patients with a latex allergy should avoid avocadoes and chestnuts?
… that a peanut allergy is more closely associated with licorice and other legumes than it is with almonds and other tree nuts?
… that patients with an allergy to mustard should also be wary of broccoli and cauliflower?
… that potato allergy has been associated with tomato and tobacco sensitivities?

Several environmental allergens have some pretty unusual partners-in-crime. While some cross-reacting agents might be obvious, others are less intuitive. Visit our office for a full discussion of some of the hidden dangers that you may come across unsuspectingly. Below is a chart that you can use for reference.