Can Pecan Wood Smoke Cause An Allergic Reaction?
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Question
My son is allergic to tree nuts. At his camp, they will have bonfires. If they use pecan wood, can the smoke cause an allergic reaction?
Answer
Allergic reactions to tree nuts (e.g., pecans), are due to eating the specific nut proteins in it. These are responsible for the allergic reaction. They are not found in wood smoke.
Burning pecan wood would not release these allergens. There is a very low risk for someone with a pecan nut allergy.
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Food Allergy, Tree Nut Allergy
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John M. James, MD, is a board-certified allergist. He is also President of Food Allergy Consulting and Education Services, LLC. He has worked as a medical specialist in the field of allergy, asthma, and immunology for over 30 years. Dr. James received his bachelor’s degree from the University of Arkansas and his Doctor of Medicine degree from the University of Tennessee. He is board certified by the American Board of Allergy and Immunology.
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