 [ Symptoms ] do i need a yearly pap i am 60 years old post menopausal i have had three children i have had yearly pap smears all of my life up until age 55 all of them have been benign do i need to continue having them i am asexual [ Disease ] this is a great question and i am glad you asked yes indeed you can develop allergies throughout your life in fact it is rare to experience an allergic reaction to something on the first exposure this does happen especially with certain foods like peanuts and shellfish when this happens it usually occurs in infancy or childhood and produces a very strong allergic reaction  an allergic reaction is basically the body is overreaction to a perceived threat if you are exposed to a potential allergen food pollen medication etc  the body may not react at all or may produce a mild immune response to that substance this may not produce symptoms after multiple exposures to the same allergen the body may overreact to it causing an allergic response this can range from mild rashes vomiting to severe swelling of the face or throat difficulty breathing a severe allergic reaction is called anaphylaxis and requires immediate medical attention if you suspect you have developed an allergy to a substance i would suggest you consult your primary health care provider also i would suggest you avoid whatever substance you believe is causing your allergic reaction what begins as a mild allergic response on one exposure can vault to anaphylaxis on another exposure hope this helps yes that is why you have to be careful in finding the best products and treatments that you are going to make use of for example the best tattoo removal is something that will not cause allergy to your skin check out www disappearinginknyc com