WE are all guilty of feeling a little “sick” of our loved ones, now and again. But if you are struggling with unexplained symptoms such as bumpy skin, a constant runny nose or itching down there, it turns out your partner might be unwittingly to blame. Dr Chun Tang, a GP and medical director at Pall Mall Medical, told Sun on Sunday Health: “While you can’t be allergic to your partner in the traditional sense, the substances and factors they bring into your environment can certainly affect your well-being.
” So, if you can’t shift a pesky problem, take note as we ask the experts to shed light on what it could be . . .
LIP SERVICE WHILE a full pout is something most women crave, it turns out, kissing allergy syndrome is a real thing. Abbas Kanani, superintendent pharmacist at online pharmacy Chemist Click, says: “This is an allergic reaction which can be triggered through kissing, if your partner has eaten foods, taken medications or substances you are allergic to. READ MORE HEALTH STORIES “It can cause swelling and itching of the lips, tongue or throat, hives on the mouth, nausea, vomiting and in very severe cases life-threatening anaphylaxis, which requires immediate medical attention.
” TREAT IT: Antihistamines can be bought over the counter to help manage mild symptoms. Abbas adds : “It’s important to discuss any allergies with your partner so they can avoid consuming known allergens before kissing. “Practising good oral hygiene can help reduce the ris.