Tiramisu Posted February 17, 2014 Share Posted February 17, 2014 Two days this week my dd had a rash. I am starting to think it could have been caused by food, specifically peanut, as she had a good amount of peanut butter on those days. So my question is, if someone gets a rash from eating the food is it possible to get a rash (that included hive-like spots) and have it resolve within four or five hours? Would you recommend testing it at home if you suspect it could be an allergy or avoiding it until getting tested with an allergist? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wapiti Posted February 17, 2014 Share Posted February 17, 2014 Hives can be the first stop on the way to anaphylaxis, and it's impossible to know whether the reaction might escalate next time. So, I would stay far away from peanut until you see an allergist for testing. (Peanut allergy is the most common cause of fatal anaphylaxis.) If the rash did not include hives, then I wouldn't necessarily suspect peanut, though anything is possible. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Plateau Mama Posted February 17, 2014 Share Posted February 17, 2014 My son has a peanut intolerance (not even a true allergy). My Dr. Is adamant that we never challenge peanut on our own. We can challenge any other food. So no, if you suspect an a peanut allergy I would avoid peanut and see an allergist ASAP. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Annie Posted February 17, 2014 Share Posted February 17, 2014 Add me to the chorus. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Seasider Posted February 17, 2014 Share Posted February 17, 2014 Do not challenge nuts at home (so now a quartet)! Was there any lip/mouth/throat tingling or itching, even mild? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tess in the Burbs Posted February 17, 2014 Share Posted February 17, 2014 Never challenge foods at home. If this child doesn't have epi pens for another allergy you are risking the life of your child. Our Dr considers two body systems reacting to something as an allergy. And more exposure only heightens the risk of anaphylactic reaction. Go see an allergist. Get it tested. We went in and tested all ingredients in a cookie I made that caused DS instant intestinal issues. I was shocked by the results of what he was allergic to. We have epi pens now and I'm glad, since he has had hives from just being near grass or another food item we didn't know he was allergic to. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sbgrace Posted February 17, 2014 Share Posted February 17, 2014 I agree with all the others and would leave peanut trials to the allergist. Did you do benadryl? Because we always did/do benadryl with hives, I don't know what would happen without. But allergic reactions do subside with time. Hives type rash very soon after ingestion would make me think food allergy. I've certainly seen that here. That said, most hives are going to be related to viruses or similar and causes are never actually pinpointed. If they were just randomly appearing and she happened to have peanut at some point that day, I'd think it might be something else. Still, I would see an allergist. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tiramisu Posted February 17, 2014 Author Share Posted February 17, 2014 I agree with all the others and would leave peanut trials to the allergist. Did you do benadryl? Because we always did/do benadryl with hives, I don't know what would happen without. But allergic reactions do subside with time. Hives type rash very soon after ingestion would make me think food allergy. I've certainly seen that here. That said, most hives are going to be related to viruses or similar and causes are never actually pinpointed. If they were just randomly appearing and she happened to have peanut at some point that day, I'd think it might be something else. Still, I would see an allergist. I didn't use Benedryl. I was thinking of it, but because I made a dr's appt, I decided to hold off once I saw it wasn't getting worse, thinking it would be helpful for the dr to see it. Then it went away and I decided to cancel the appt and save the copay for the allergist. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tiramisu Posted February 17, 2014 Author Share Posted February 17, 2014 The good news is I got a recommendation for an allergist and I can get appointments within a week or two. At the other places I contacted, I would have to wait two months. I don't want to have to do that if there's any chance it was caused by peanuts. Also, something else I'd like to mention to the experts: this dd, unlike my other dd's is prone to getting red cheeks. People comment on them. Today I noticed they were very red and she hadn't been outside yet at that point. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Annie Posted February 17, 2014 Share Posted February 17, 2014 Does she get circles under get eyes? Like if someone is not getting enough sleep. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Seasider Posted February 17, 2014 Share Posted February 17, 2014 Does she get circles under get eyes? Like if someone is not getting enough sleep. That's a telltale for dairy intolerance, maybe other things, too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Staceyshoe Posted February 17, 2014 Share Posted February 17, 2014 My son had dramatically red cheeks and red chin as an infant. After allergy testing and eliminating the foods that he was allergic to, the redness went away. It was definitely related. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tiramisu Posted February 17, 2014 Author Share Posted February 17, 2014 Does she get circles under get eyes? Like if someone is not getting enough sleep. Not this dd, but another one. That's a telltale for dairy intolerance, maybe other things, too. Interesting. Thanks for the info. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tiramisu Posted February 17, 2014 Author Share Posted February 17, 2014 My son had dramatically red cheeks and red chin as an infant. After allergy testing and eliminating the foods that he was allergic to, the redness went away. It was definitely related. Do you mind sharing the allergy? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tiramisu Posted February 17, 2014 Author Share Posted February 17, 2014 Do not challenge nuts at home (so now a quartet)! Was there any lip/mouth/throat tingling or itching, even mild? She didn't mention any itching, though I sometimes get mild itching but I've never been able to narrow it down to anything specific. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gracesteacher Posted February 18, 2014 Share Posted February 18, 2014 My dd was 10mos when she had her reaction to peanut butter. I was making peanut butter cookies and had some on my hands when I had to pick her up after a fall and screaming (daddy was working nights and it was in the middle of the day) She got a rash every where I touched her. Called the exchange and the stupid on call dr said babies cant be allergic to it her their breast feeding moms are eating it. UM wrong she was off the charts allergic. The rash went away on its own after a few hours. That monday morning I called an allergist who wouldnt see her till she was over a year. She ended up with LOTS of food allergies. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sbgrace Posted February 18, 2014 Share Posted February 18, 2014 Does she flush when running around, or it's redness that lasts days? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Staceyshoe Posted February 18, 2014 Share Posted February 18, 2014 Do you mind sharing the allergy? His test showed severe allergy to eggs and peanuts (both of which he was getting through my breastmilk) and mild allergy to dairy (which I had already figured out and was avoiding). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tiramisu Posted February 18, 2014 Author Share Posted February 18, 2014 Does she flush when running around, or it's redness that lasts days? The flushing from running around is different. I see that more as healthy, rosy cheeks. I'd say it can last for days and it's not inflamed at all but fairly intense. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gracesteacher Posted February 18, 2014 Share Posted February 18, 2014 I get intense red cheeks for days after eating gluten Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Annie Posted February 18, 2014 Share Posted February 18, 2014 Not this dd, but another one. I would guess she might have an allergy to something also. It could very well be to something environmental or maybe a low level reaction to a food. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cera Posted February 18, 2014 Share Posted February 18, 2014 My younger daughter is not allergic to peanuts but there was a time when she was eating a lot of peanut and peanut butter foods for a few days in a row that she started to show symptoms (a rash on her cheeks and torso, gastrointestinal issues). We pulled all peanut products from her diet for 1 month and then allowed her to once again try them and she did fine. We now limit how much we allow her to have but she is fine with more normal amounts (one peanut butter cookie, etc). I can remember having the same issue with strawberries as a kid. Juicy juice released a strawberry flavor at the same time the berries were ready for picking in our area. I spent a miserable few days covered in hives, stayed away from them the rest of the summer and have been fine ever since. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sbgrace Posted February 18, 2014 Share Posted February 18, 2014 It could be allergy related, then. Hopefully the allergist will test several things and follow up with food trials to confirm/rule out any positives. Remember, food allergy tests have a pretty high rate of false positives. Environmental allergy tests are more accurate, and that might be some of it. It is for my son. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
joannqn Posted February 18, 2014 Share Posted February 18, 2014 It could be allergy related, then. Hopefully the allergist will test several things and follow up with food trials to confirm/rule out any positives. Remember, food allergy tests have a pretty high rate of false positives. Environmental allergy tests are more accurate, and that might be some of it. It is for my son. :iagree: DS's allergist considers a positive test and symptoms to be a confirmed allergy. DS's allergy testing came back positive for peanuts, but he eats peanuts and peanut butter regularly without any problems. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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