Developed a food allergy??

Question

Asked for Female, 37 Years

I have always eaten squash, but starting a few months ago, I get violently ill about thirty minutes after eating. I instantly have diarrhea and vomiting. Is it possible to develop a food allergy or is something else going on? I used to eat it a lot! The symptoms last until it has all left my body.

Answers (1)

20000+ health queries resolved in last month

Articles you may like

Why Is 'Everything Around Me' Adding to My Allergy Woes?

Dr.Anju Chandna

Allergy sufferers are unanimous on the issue of ‘change of season’. Be it professionals, doctors, businessmen, mothers, ... Read more

1

What to Do if You Have Drug Allergy?

Dr.Neha Bansal

A drug allergy is basically an allergic reaction to any medication. It can happen to anyone as sometimes the allergens a ... Read more

0

What Are Allergies And Their Symptoms

Dr.Hemant Malik

WHAT IS ALLERGY?Allergies come to the surface when the internal system that is responsible for shielding the body reacts ... Read more

0

Skin Conditions Associated With Food Allergies

Dr.Priya Ratne

‘Allergy’ in simple language is an exaggerated reaction of our immunity to a substance that is otherwise harmless. Food ... Read more

3

Food Allergies

Dr.Zareen Mohammed

FOOD ALLERGIESReactions to food are common. These reactions range from mild to severe, and may result from your body's n ... Read more

1

7 Things to Do in Eye Allergies

Dr.Charu Tyagi

Eye allergies are very common with changing seasons and rising pollution, more so in people having systemic allergy like ... Read more

9

Disclaimer : The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding your medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have read on this website.

Dr. Pradeep Saini General Surgeon 24 yrs exp Delhi · Accepted Answer

Dr. Pradeep Saini

General Surgeon 24 yrs exp Delhi

If you have been eating it for ages, then it should not be food allergy. But still, one may have delayed hypersensitivity. Are you eating squash that is cleaned and cut and/or cooked at home Squash that is precut and taken raw can cause food poisoning if it is Infected either due to contaminated water or food handlers poor hand hygeine

Next Steps

try boiling or steaming some squash and eat and see if you still have the problem

Health Tips

stool routine microscopy examination is advisable when you have squash associated diarrhea

Answered

Let others know if this answer was helpful

Was this answer helpful?

YES NO

Download FREE Practo app

Answers (1)

Get your queries answered instantly with Care AI FREE