Dear Patient: You have been prescribed a self-injecting epinephrine device for allergic emergencies. You have probably heard about this drug… Read more In Allergic Emergencies, Don’t Be Afraid to use the Epinephrine
Food Allergy
The Evolution of Food Allergy
Why are some foods more allergenic than others? Some propose that in sufficient amounts, any protein may stimulate an allergic… Read more The Evolution of Food Allergy
Food Intolerance
An intolerance is often due to an enzyme deficiency (as opposed to allergy which is an acquired immune response). Testing… Read more Food Intolerance
Food Allergy Testing
Standard Allergy testing for foods: IgE is the allergic antibody. A higher IgE level doesn’t mean your more allergic,… Read more Food Allergy Testing
Are gut symptoms due to food allergy?
“Doctor, I have been diagnosed with IBS but could it be a food allergy instead?” Unfortunately, there is no easy answer to… Read more Are gut symptoms due to food allergy?
Oral Allergy Syndrome
Immediate symptoms of itching or tingling of the mouth upon ingestion of certain foods is termed oral allergy syndrome (OAS).… Read more Oral Allergy Syndrome
A Cautionary Tale for Food Allergy Patients
August 22, 2008 Fish Tale Has DNA Hook: Students Find Bad Labels By JOHN SCHWARTZ Many New York sushi restaurants… Read more A Cautionary Tale for Food Allergy Patients
Allergy Prevention
It is better to prevent than to cure – Peruvian proverb Risk factors for development of allergy: Cannot modify: Genetics… Read more Allergy Prevention
Food Allergies: General Information
Food allergies often cause itching of some form—either the mouth and throat while the food with the first few bites… Read more Food Allergies: General Information
Anaphylaxis
Anaphylaxis is a potentially life-threatening allergic reaction. Symptoms may include hives, swelling of the face, neck or throat, asthma (wheezing,… Read more Anaphylaxis