“We report the case of a 20-year-old woman with documented Brazil nut allergy who developed widespread urticaria and mild dyspnea after intercourse with her boyfriend who had earlier consumed Brazil nuts. Skin prick testing with the boyfriend's semen after Brazil nut consumption confirmed significant reactivity whereas a sample before nut consumption was negative.”

I know, unbelievable…but you can read the journal article for yourself, photos included.

Dangerous Liaison: Sexually Transmitted
Allergic Reaction to Brazil Nuts

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