Is it normal for only one eye to swell up from a peanut allergy?
NOV 07, 2022
Question:
Is it normal for only one of my son’s eyes to swell up from a peanut allergy? It normally occurs in both eyes.
Answer:
Normally we would expect both eyes to swell, but a certain amount of asymmetry is possible. To confirm, take a photo and send it to your pediatrician or ophthalmologist for an evaluation at the time of the swelling. Of course, peanut allergies can be serious, so avoidance is recommended.