Pumpkin Seed Allergy

Pumpkin seeds are a rich food source of potassium, calcium, iron, copper, magnesium, manganese, phosphorus and zinc. Pumpkin seeds also contain vitamin A, vitamin E and vitamin C. Pumpkin seeds, which also have antioxidant and antimicrobial properties, are a popular food source. However, some people may develop an allergic reaction to pumpkin seeds. The main allergen that causes pumpkin seed allergy is the cucurbitacin maxima molecule. In particular, people with allergies to pollen, peanuts and nuts may develop allergies to pumpkin seeds.

Pumpkin Seed Allergy Symptoms

Pumpkin seed allergy symptoms usually appear shortly after consuming pumpkin. The severity of these symptoms may vary from person to person. While some people have mild symptoms, some people may experience vital signs, although rarely. Pumpkin seed allergy symptoms are reactions that primarily affect the skin. Your skin may develop skin rashes, hives, and eczema. Eczema causes a scaly appearance and red skin. In some cases, symptoms of pumpkin seed allergy can also cause allergic asthma. These symptoms may occur with difficulty breathing and cough.

Symptoms of pumpkin seed allergy can be listed as follows:

• Sneeze,
• nasal congestion,
• Swelling in the throat and mouth,
• Itching,
• Tingling in the tongue and mouth area,
• Itching in the mouth and throat,
• Blisters and itching on the skin,
• Anaphylaxis.

Anaphylaxis is a rare condition in pumpkin seed allergy. Anaphylaxis is a very serious reaction that causes allergic shock and requires immediate medical attention. Anaphylaxis without immediate intervention can cause death.
In some cases, contact dermatitis may occur when in contact with pumpkin seeds.

Pumpkin Seed Allergy Diagnosis

If you show one or more of the symptoms of pumpkin seed allergy, you should see an allergist. The allergist will clearly reveal whether you have allergies or not. Your allergist may use skin prick test or blood test methods to diagnose pumpkin seed allergy. In the blood test, the antibodies in your blood are examined in detail. In the skin prick test, a very small amount of the suspected allergen is placed under your skin and your body's reaction is observed. If there is redness or blistering in the area where the allergen is placed, it can be concluded that you have an allergy. One of the most effective methods for diagnosing pumpkin seed allergy is molecular allergy testing. In standard tests, there may be no allergy to pumpkin seeds, and therefore pumpkin seed allergy may be overlooked. Molecular allergy test is a test that can definitively reveal whether you have a pumpkin seed allergy.

Pumpkin Seed Allergy Treatment

The most effective treatment for pumpkin seed allergy involves avoiding pumpkin seeds. The most effective way to manage allergy is to stay away from the allergen, that is, the substance that causes the allergic reaction. The increasing use of pumpkin seeds requires you to be more careful about this issue. In some cases, pumpkin seeds may cause cross-reactivity. Your allergist will give you detailed information about the allergens you should stay away from. To relieve the symptoms of some skin problems caused by pumpkin seed allergy, your allergist may recommend using certain medications. These medications do not prevent an allergic reaction, they only help you relieve the symptoms caused by the allergic reaction. Although rare, pumpkin seed allergy can cause allergic shock. In case of allergic shock, immediate intervention is very important. For this reason, your allergist may prescribe you an adrenaline auto-injector, depending on the severity of your allergic reactions. Your allergist will give you detailed information about how to use this syringe and the situations in which it should be used.