The diagnosis: Due to the patient's medical history, doctors at the hospital suspected that vaginal sex introduced allergy-triggering proteins from Brazil nuts into the woman's body by way of her ...

When a 20-year-old woman in the United Kingdom rushed to the hospital with a swollen face, hives spreading across her body, and difficulty breathing, doctors knew immediately what likely happened.

In the past, very rare cases of such nut allergies have been announced. In a 2007 case report titled 'Dangerous liaison: sexually transmitted allergic reaction to Brazil nuts,' doctors at the ...

Allergies: Some individuals may be allergic to Brazil nuts, so it's important to be cautious, especially if you have known nut allergies. Mold Contamination: Brazil nuts can sometimes be ...