Oral allergy syndrome

• Oral allergy syndrome symptoms occur in the throat and mouth. They can range from tingling, itching and swelling in the mouth, throat, lips or palate to watery eyes, runny nose or sneezing.
  
  

Skin symptoms

• Strawberries can also trigger skin symptoms resulting in pruritis (itching), urticaria (hives) and contact dermatitis. They can also trigger allergic rhinitis and asthma symptoms.
  
  

Severe symptoms

• Severe strawberry allergies can produce equally severe allergic reactions like vomiting, cramps or diarrhea.
  
  

Life threatening symptoms

• Anaphylactic reactions such as swelling of the throat, wheezing and trouble breathing can also manifest themselves. These are life-threatening reactions and require immediate medical attention.
  
  

When to see a doctor

• You should see a doctor if you notice a reaction shortly after eating the foods. Preferably, visit one while you still have the symptoms.
  
  

Emergency treatment

• Seek immediate medical treatment if your symptoms involve constriction of the airway that makes it difficult to breathe, shock with a severe loss in blood pressure, rapid pulse or dizziness and lightheadedness.