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Can Tobacco Chewing Cause Hives Like Allergic Reactions?

I have recently had allergic reactions that cause hives and swelling in random places. For example, bottom of feet, face, lips, cheeks and on legs and arms. I use chewing tobacco daily. Could this cause these symptoms? I have never been allergic to anything in the past. Symptoms started about 6 mo. ago
Wed, 21 May 2014
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Hi, thanks for using healthcare magic

If the allergic response started soon after you began to use the chewing tobacco , then it is likely related.

You may want to consider discontinuing its use to see if the symptoms resolve.

If they continue then the allergies are related to another source and it may be best to consider allergy testing to determine what it is exactly so that it can be eliminated.

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Can Tobacco Chewing Cause Hives Like Allergic Reactions?

Hi, thanks for using healthcare magic If the allergic response started soon after you began to use the chewing tobacco , then it is likely related. You may want to consider discontinuing its use to see if the symptoms resolve. If they continue then the allergies are related to another source and it may be best to consider allergy testing to determine what it is exactly so that it can be eliminated. I hope this helps