From: kristacean on
Must be related to the name "Chris" :-)
I'm Chris also and I did experience the blistering and scabbing of my lips
when I eat pumpkin.

My mom never allowed us to eat pumpkin as kids, but during my teen years I
started and experienced it...that was about 15-20 years ago.

In more recent years, when my wife cooks pumpkin the kids love it and i
take a small bit. Haven't had the blistering, so I believe it is related
to the quantity.

Must say though, I haven't noticed the same reaction with cantaloupe.

Chris JD.