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A food allergy is an exaggerated immune response triggered by eggs, peanuts, milk, or some other specific food. |
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Symptoms
Symptoms usually begin immediately, within 2 hours after eating. Rarely, the symptoms may begin hours after eating th...
Causes
Normally, your body's immune system defends against potentially harmful substances, such as bacteria, viruses, and to...
Tests
In severe reactions, you may have low blood pressure and blocked airways. A blood or skin test can be done to identif...
Treatments
The only proven treatment for a food allergy is to avoid the food. If you suspect you or your child has a food allerg...
Complications
Anaphylaxis is a severe, whole-body allergic reaction that is life-threatening. Although people with oral allergy syn...
Prevention
Breastfeeding may help prevent allergies. Otherwise, there is no known way to prevent food allergies except to delay ...
Doctor Specialties
Call your local emergency number, such as 911, if you have any serious or whole-body reactions (particularly wheezing...
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