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Please help with my allergic reaction to cherries.

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Hi doctor,

I had an allergic reaction after eating fresh cherries last night. My eyes began itching and then swelled up. It also started tearing. I woke up this morning with mild swelling on the inner parts of my eyes.

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Please help.

Thank you.
Answered by Dr. Satpute Ganeshkumar Suresh

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Dr. Satpute Ganeshkumar Suresh is a General Practitioner and a Family Physician with 17 years of clinical experience. He completed his MBBS from Dr. Vaishampayan Memorial Medical College in 2007. He then completed his MD in General Medicine from the Maharashtra University of Health Sciences in 2014. He treats diabetes, nephrological disorders, and all general conditions. He is also a Critical Care Physician. He is currently in Maharashtra.

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Hi,

Welcome to icliniq.com.

I understand your concern.

You got an allergic reaction, and there is no need to worry. I suggest the antihistaminetablet Montek-LC, which contains Montelukast with Levocetirizine, to address any allergies or respiratory issues you may have. It is also advisable to take antacids as needed.

However, before starting any new medication, consult your doctor, discuss the options with them, and take the medicine only with their consent. Furthermore, be cautious with cherries in the future, ensuring that you wash them thoroughly before consumption to avoid any potential issues.

I hope this helps you.

Thank you.

Medically reviewed by iCliniq medical review team
Published At August 25, 2016
Reviewed At May 27, 2026

Education:

MBBS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Satpute Ganeshkumar Suresh is a General Practitioner and a Family Physician with 17 years of clinical experience. He completed his MBBS from Dr. Vaishampayan Memorial Medical College in 2007. He then completed his MD in General Medicine from the Maharashtra University of Health Sciences in 2014. He treats diabetes, nephrological disorders, and all general conditions. He is also a Critical Care Physician. He is currently in Maharashtra.

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Professional Bio:

Dr. Satpute Ganeshkumar Suresh is a General Practitioner and a Family Physician with 17 years of clinical experience. He completed his MBBS from Dr. Vaishampayan Memorial Medical College in 2007. He then completed his MD in General Medicine from the Maharashtra University of Health Sciences in 2014. He treats diabetes, nephrological disorders, and all general conditions. He is also a Critical Care Physician. He is currently in Maharashtra.

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