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Banana

Banana can trigger **Latex-Fruit Syndrome** due to class I chitinases (e.g., Mus xp 1) cross-reacting with latex (Hev b 6). Symptoms: oral itching, swelling, or anaphylaxis (rare). Also linked to **birch pollen OAS** via profilin (Mus xp 4). Common in latex-sensitized individuals.

Symptoms

  • Oral Allergy Syndrome (OAS)
  • Skin Reactions
  • Swelling
  • Digestive Issues
  • Anaphylaxis

Healing & Prevention

  • Avoidance
  • Antihistamines
  • Epinephrine Auto-Injector
  • Medical Consultation
  • Reading Labels

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