Food Allergy
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What is Food Allergy?
A food allergy is an adverse or abnormal reaction to a food or a food additive.
Featured Articles
New Allergy Treatment May Eliminate Shots
By janefarrell2
A team of researchers has found that a once-a-day tablet blocks the runny noses, sneezes, nasal congestion and itchy eyes experienced by ragweed allergy sufferers. Treatment with the pill, Read more →
By janefarrell2
A team of researchers has found that a once-a-day tablet blocks the runny noses, sneezes, nasal congestion and itchy eyes experienced by ragweed allergy sufferers. Treatment with the pill, Read more →
Study: Food, Skin Allergies Increasing in Children
By Third Age
NEW YORK - Parents are reporting more skin and food allergies in their children, a big government survey found. Experts aren't sure what's behind the increase. Could it be that children are Read more →
By Third Age
NEW YORK - Parents are reporting more skin and food allergies in their children, a big government survey found. Experts aren't sure what's behind the increase. Could it be that children are Read more →
Oral Allergy Drops Instead of Shots
By sforsyth
Spring weather for 2013 has been slow to arrive in many areas of the United States, but that hasn't stopped the proliferation of pollen that gives the estimated 40% of Americans with Read more →
By sforsyth
Spring weather for 2013 has been slow to arrive in many areas of the United States, but that hasn't stopped the proliferation of pollen that gives the estimated 40% of Americans with Read more →
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 Risk Factors Are you at risk of getting Food Allergy? Inside you'll find known risk factors for the condition. |
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 Diagnosis How will your doctor diagnose you with this condition? Learn about the tests, process, and more. |
 Complications Can this condition lead to other health problems? Learn more about the known complications. |
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 Screening Learn more about the specific tests or exams given by your doctor to screen for Food Allergy. |
 Medications What medications offer relief or help with this condition? Are there side effects? Risks? Learn more. |
 Prevention How can you prevent Food Allergy? Read what the medical community suggests for prevention methods. |
 Care Learn more about the day to day care of this condition. Changes to your activity, diet, exercise, and more. |
 Find a Doctor Do you need to contact a doctor about Food Allergy? Select a location to find a specialist in your area. |
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