CHAPTER 4 â  BEGINNING THE PHYSICAL EXAMINATION: GENERAL SURVEY AND VITAL SIGNS 89. Once you understand the patientâs concerns and have elicited a careful his-. tory, you are ready to begin the physical examination. At first you may feel.
Yes: Diarrhea is a common symptom of allergic reaction to tomato. Gi symptoms often occur within minutes to hours after eating tomato. Histamine released in the GI tract creates abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting and diarrhea.
If tomatoes are to blame, take steps to alleviate the digestive symptoms. Plan on enjoying tomatoes along with other foods, since eating them on an empty stomach can increase irritation and inflammation. Or take an over-the-counter medication to neutralize the heartburn-causing acidic effects of tomato-based foods.