In Allergic Emergencies, Don’t Be Afraid to use the Epinephrine
Dear Patient: You have been prescribed a self-injecting epinephrine device for allergic emergencies. You have probably heard about this drug before, but I want to
Dear Patient: You have been prescribed a self-injecting epinephrine device for allergic emergencies. You have probably heard about this drug before, but I want to
An intolerance is often due to an enzyme deficiency (as opposed to allergy which is an acquired immune response). Testing for this is cumbersome and
Standard Allergy testing for foods: IgE is the allergic antibody. A higher IgE level doesn’t mean your more allergic, it simply means that you’re
“Doctor, I have been diagnosed with IBS but could it be a food allergy instead?” Unfortunately, there is no easy answer to this. Symptoms of irritable bowel such as cramping,
Immediate symptoms of itching or tingling of the mouth upon ingestion of certain foods is termed oral allergy syndrome (OAS). The reaction usually stays local
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It is better to prevent than to cure – Peruvian proverb Risk factors for development of allergy: Cannot modify: Genetics Can modify: allergenic diet high
Food allergies almost always cause itching — sometimes the mouth and throat with the first bites or the skin soon after. Usually within minutes hives,
Anaphylaxis is a potentially life-threatening allergic reaction. Symptoms may include hives, swelling of the face, neck or throat, asthma (wheezing, difficulty breathing), lightheadedness or fainting