Allergy to Melons is a common medical condition which goes unnoticed most of the time. But it is as harmful as any other medical condition because it may cause further complications in the future. Many general symptoms occur within the digestive system; these symptoms include:
- Itching of the mouth
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Abdominal pain
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Diarrhea
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Nausea
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Vomiting
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Dizziness
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Nasal congestion
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Trouble in breathing
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Hives
In severe cases, one may experience anaphylaxis, a condition that can cause constriction of the airways, a rapid pulse and loss of consciousness.
One also has to be careful about figuring out whether it is an allergy or intolerance. In case of allergy, one will have these symptoms after consuming small amount of melons whereas in the case of Intolerance, it happens after a large amount of consumption of melons.