Mystery reaction - could it be eggplant or goat\'s cheese?

2 replies [Last post]
Thu, 07/27/2006 - 15:55
mjfavazza
mjfavazza's picture
User offline. Last seen 3 years 17 weeks ago. Offline
Joined: 02/12/2006

My 11-month old DD with NKFA but with a PA, EA older sister had a reaction tonight while eating dinner.
She was eating Trader Joe's whole wheat pasta with a little bit of eggplant and goat's cheese on it.
She got red blotches on her face and hives on her forearms. I called the pediatric allergist right away, gave her Benedryl and everything cleared up quickly.
However, I'm baffled. She's eaten the pasta many times before and is fine with cow's milk. Could she be allergic to goat's milk without being allergic to cow's milk? Or could it be eggplant? Or, I guess any of the products could be cross contaminated with nuts but PA DD ate it with no problems.
If anyone has experience with eggplant or goat's cheese allergy I'd appreciate hearing about it.
I've been trying to be so careful with her diet to avoid any allergic reactions. This is so frustrating!

Top
Mon, 07/31/2006 - 15:19
#1
Momcat
Momcat's picture
User offline. Last seen 3 years 17 weeks ago. Offline
Joined: 03/15/2005

What are the ingredients in the goat cheese? I have heard of goat cheese that contained lysozyme which is made from egg white.

Cathy

__________________

[url="http//allergy.hyperboards.com"]http//allergy.hyperboards.com[/url]

__________________

[url="http//allergy.hyperboards.com"]http//allergy.hyperboards.com[/url]

Top
Mon, 07/31/2006 - 16:06
#2
Daisy
Daisy's picture
User offline. Last seen 3 years 17 weeks ago. Offline
Joined: 01/16/2006

Hi,

I think eggplant is high in histamine. Some foods, like strawberries, may cause hives in some individuals. This is not an allergic reaction. But is treated as your Doc suggested w/ the Benadryl.

Hope this helps,
Daisy

Top

Peanut Free and Nut Free Directory

Peanut-Free/Nut-Free Directory

Our directory is intended as a resource for people with peanut and nut allergies. It contains foods, helpful products, and much more.

Categories

Sponsored Links

Support Groups

SupportGroups.com

For individuals, friends and families who want to connect during life's challenging times. Share personal experiences, evaluate information and get support during times of need, illness, treatment or recovery.

Online Support Groups

disclaimer

The information provided on PeanutAllergy.com is designed to support, not replace, the relationship that exists between a patient/site visitor and his/her health professional. This information is solely for informational and educational purposes and we encourage all visitors to see a licensed physician if they believe that they have a peanut allergy. The publication of this information does not constitute the practice of medicine, and this information does not replace the advice of your physician or other health care provider. Neither the owners or employees of PeanutAllergy.com nor the author(s) of site content take responsibility for any possible consequences from any treatment, procedure, exercise, dietary modification, action or application of medication which results from reading this site. Always speak with your primary health care provider before engaging in any form of self treatment. Please see our Legal Statement for further information.

What Other People Are Saying

 

Subscribe to Our Newsletter

Join the Cause on Facebook

Ban Peanuts on Planes

 

PeanutAllergy.com Social

rss feed for peanutallergy

Online Support Groups

visit SupportGroups.com

SupportGroups.com provides a support network for those facing problems with food allergies and many other life challenges. Click on the following links to get the support in a confidential, caring environment.

Online Support Groups

 
peanutti