Oral Allergy Syndrome (OAS): Why ...
Oral Allergy Syndrome (OAS): Why Fresh Fruits Make Your Mouth Itch
Beyond the Sneeze by Ayun Park
E10
Jul 19, 2026
05:12
Episode notes

We're taking a short break from our allergy myth series to explore Oral Allergy Syndrome (OAS)—a common but often misunderstood condition, especially during summer. I share my own experience with itchy reactions to fruits and vegetables, explain the science of pollen cross-reactivity, and discuss how OAS differs from a true food allergy.

Keywords
Allergies
Allergy Education
Food allergies
Oral Allergy Syndrome (OAS)
Pollen Food Allergy Syndrome
Cross-Reactivity