Does Milk Cause Nasal Congestion and Drainage?

 I see many people in my clinic who believe that food allergies are responsible for their nasal symptoms. This is a common misconception among people, especially with milk. People believe that a milk allergy is the reason why they have symptoms of sneezing, nasal congestion and mucus in the throat. In reality, however, food allergies are an extremely rare cause of isolated allergic rhinitis or asthma symptoms.

Someone forward you this email? No Sweat! Sign up here to get your own If you're having trouble viewing this email, click here Follow Us Does Milk Cause Nasal Congestion and Drainage?  I see many people in my clinic who believe that food allergies are responsible for their nasal symptoms. This is a common misconception among people, especially with milk. People believe that a milk allergy is the reason why they have symptoms of sneezing, nasal congestion and mucus in the throat. In reality, however, food allergies are an extremely rare cause of isolated allergic rhinitis or asthma symptoms. Daniel More, MD Allergies Expert Nasal Symptoms Caused By Food Allergies The majority of people with food allergies experience some type of skin reaction, such as itching, urticaria (hives), swelling (angioedema), flushing or eczema. It is certainly possible that other symptoms can occur in addition to these skin symptoms, including gastrointestinal symptoms (nausea, vomiting, diarrhea), respiratory symptoms (sneezing, nasal congestion, wheezing and coughing), and cardiovascular symptoms (lightheadedness, low blood pressure). READ NOW Nasal Symptoms Caused by Foods is (Usually) Intolerance Approximately 4% of all people suffer from food allergies, but many more people have adverse reactions to foods that don’t represent a true allergy. These people actually suffer from food intolerance, which represents a cause-and-effect relationship between eating a certain food and having symptoms, but an allergic reaction doesn’t occur. A true food allergy involves the presence of allergic antibody (IgE) against the food, which causes the release of chemicals (such as histamine) from allergic cells (such as mast cells and basophils). READ NOW Oral Allergy Syndrome is (an Exception!) Caused by Food Allergies The oral allergy syndrome (OAS) is caused by cross-reactivity between proteins in fresh fruits and vegetables and pollens. This syndrome occurs in a large number (up to 70 percent) of people with pollen allergy, resulting in itchy mouth and throat, but may also include sneezing and itchy nose and eyes. The proteins in the fruits and vegetables causing OAS are easily broken down with cooking or processing. Therefore, the OAS typically does not occur with cooked or baked fruits and vegetables, or processed fruits such as in applesauce.   READ NOW Featured Articles • Donating Blood • 13 Ways to Increase Your Calcium Intake With Dairy • What Are the Warning Signs of Suicide? • The Worst Diet for Your Heart--and Your Waistline • 10 Recipe Hacks to Increase Fiber • 15 Calcium Sources That Don't Require a Cow • Simple Ways to Live a Healthier Life • 10 Must-Do Strength Training Moves For Women Over 50 Advertisement About Allergies  |  Follow Us You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the Allergies newsletter. If you wish to unsubscribe, please click here 1500 Broadway, 6th Floor, New York, NY, 10036 © 2015 About.com - All rights reserved. Privacy Policy.