If your child complains of an itchy or tingly tongue after eating strawberries, it’s often due to a mild condition called Oral Allergy Syndrome (OAS)—a reaction that happens when the immune system confuses proteins in raw fruits with those in pollen.
What’s Happening
In OAS, the body mistakes strawberry proteins for pollen, triggering itching or tingling in the mouth, lips, or throat. Symptoms usually appear within minutes and fade quickly once the food is swallowed or removed.
Common Symptoms
Itchy or tingly tongue, lips, or throat
Mild swelling in the mouth area
Call for urgent help if breathing trouble, severe swelling, vomiting, or hives occur—these may signal a serious allergic reaction.....