PEANUT ALLERGY
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PEANUT ALLERGY
If someone with PEANUT ALLERGY comes into contact with even the tiniest amount of peanut they can have a bad reaction.
The allergy is caused by an overreaction of the body's defence (immune) system - it sees peanut as potentially harmful. Symptoms can vary from person to person but most sufferers will experience their tongue and lips swelling, an itchy rash and it can also make their breathing difficult. The reaction can happen quickly and within minutes of being in contact with peanut. The allergy can be life threatening and requires urgent treatment. It's important for peanut allergic people to take care to avoid peanuts completely, and as long as they do this, they should remain healthy.
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