A peanut allergy occurs when the body responds abnormally to peanuts. The reaction may range from mild to life-threatening. Even a very small amount of peanuts can lead to a serious reaction. Peanut allergy is seen especially in children.
This condition may be serious. It requires care from a doctor.
The allergy occurs when your body is exposed to peanut proteins. The body mistakes the proteins as harmful substances, and the immune system releases chemicals into the bloodstream, which causes symptoms.
Coming in contact with peanuts can occur by eating peanuts, foods containing them, or foods that came in contact with them, touching peanuts, and inhaling particles containing peanuts (eg, peanut flour)
Symptoms that may be a sign of a very serious allergic reaction (anaphylaxis) may include the following:
Closing of airways or swelling of throat (making it very hard to breathe), severe drop in blood pressure, very fast pulse, dizziness, lightheadedness, and/or loss of consciousness.
If you have a serious allergic reaction or are with someone who does, call 911 right away or go directly to the hospital’s emergency room.
Peanut Allergy Medical Identification Bracelets are important to notify First Responders medics of the persons special needs condition.
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