Originally posted by Inzane
Another question for those of you actually with nut allegies (or family members).
I can understand a case of say peanuts, where you're cracking shells and it makes a bit of "dust" that could affect people around you.
But for a thick spread like peanut butter, how does that affect someone sitting at another table or down the row from you? Can smell alone be enough to trigger a reaction? (or do you have to eat it or make skin contact?)
I put the peanut butter on a bagel, then placed it on the high chair in front of her. She didn't actually touch it, the closest it got was when I picked up the bagel and offered it. Her whole face exploded so badly that even her eyes swelled shut. (So yeah, I can be a little paranoid about it sometimes.) Some people who haven't dealt with an allergy may call it being over protective, but I compare it to making sure she is wearing a seat belt. I do what is necessary to keep her safe.
Originally posted by rage2 in 2002
Shit, there's only 49 users here, I doubt we'll even break 100.