What should I do if the hair of kiwifruit touches my mouth

After the hair of kiwifruit touches the mouth, there is usually no need for special treatment. Rinsing the mouth with water can relieve discomfort. The fuzz on the skin of kiwifruit may cause slight itching or allergic reactions in the mouth, mainly related to factors such as physical stimulation of the fruit hairs, sensitivity of the oral mucosa, and individual allergic constitution. If there is persistent redness, burning pain, or difficulty breathing, seek medical attention immediately. The fine hairs on the skin of kiwifruit belong to plant-based fibers, which only cause brief physical contact stimulation to most people. After contact with the oral mucosa, there may be a slight itching sensation, which is related to the mechanical friction of the villi. It is recommended to rinse your mouth repeatedly with flowing water immediately, and use a soft bristled toothbrush to gently brush the tongue and inner walls of your mouth. Avoid scratching forcefully or rinsing with irritating liquids such as alcohol to prevent secondary damage to the mucosa. Before daily consumption, you can use a spoon to scoop out the fruit pulp or wear gloves to remove the skin, reducing direct contact.

A small number of individuals with allergies may develop allergic reactions to kiwifruit protease or fruit hair components. In addition to itching in the mouth, it may be accompanied by swelling of the lips, tightness of the throat, or skin urticaria. At this time, it is necessary to stop consuming and taking antihistamines such as loratadine. Severe laryngeal edema requires immediate injection of adrenaline. People with a history of fruit allergies should avoid contact with the skin of kiwifruit and choose hairless varieties such as golden kiwifruit for safety.

When handling kiwifruit in daily life, you can first cut it in half and scoop it up with a spoon, or use a peeler to remove the outer layer of the skin. If there is slight discomfort after consumption, take ice cubes to relieve swelling and observe for rash or respiratory abnormalities. It is recommended that people who are prone to allergies keep anti allergic drugs at home, and parents should check whether there are residual hairs on the oral mucosa after children come into contact with fruit hairs. If a large amount of villi is ingested by mistake and causes continuous vomiting or diarrhea, it is necessary to seek medical attention from a gastroenterologist in a timely manner to rule out intestinal mucosal damage.