Itching around or in the mouth, or swelling in these places after eating certain foods could indicate an allergy to an airborne pollen. People allergic to ragweed may experience these symptoms after eating cucumber, bananas, or melons such as watermelon, honeydew, or cantaloupe. This is a condition referred to as oral allergy syndrome.
Oral allergy syndrome may also involve allergy to grasses. Grass pollens are present to some extent in the fall season. Allergy to grass may be associated with oral allergy to melons, tomato, or oranges. Treatment is available for those who suffer from oral allergy syndrome.
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