Q: My 10-year-old with allergies to dairy, egg and peanut had an anaphylactic reaction four months ago and has been… Read more »
Is it Possible to be Allergic to Garlic?
Q: I have recently begun getting hives and diarrhea after eating foods containing garlic (which seems to be the only… Read more »
What Can We Safely Feed Our Child With Multiple Food Allergies?
Q: I have a 2-year-old who is highly allergic to milk, eggs, wheat and tree nuts and is still on… Read more »
Do Asthma Inhalers Contain Milk Protein?
Q: I’ve read that some asthma inhalers can contain a small amount of milk protein. Since my child has milk… Read more »
Do Blood Test Results Show Allergy Likelihood?
Q: My daughter, who’s 4, was diagnosed with peanut allergy shortly before her third birthday after experiencing a rash around… Read more »
Are Quail Eggs Safe to Eat for a Child with Egg Allergy?
Q: If my child is allergic to chicken eggs, could I safely cook for him using quail eggs instead? Dr.… Read more »
Can Nut Residue Stay on Sports Equipment?
Q: My son goes to high school next year and wants to try out for the football team. But he… Read more »
Can You Tell if a Food Allergy is Life-Threatening?
Q: What I don’t understand is: how does an expert decide whether a food allergy is “life-threatening” or not? This… Read more »
How Does Epinephrine Turn Off an Allergic Reaction?
Q. How does epinephrine turn off an anaphylactic reaction? This seems rather amazing, since anaphylaxis affects so many body systems.… Read more »
Why Does My Latex Allergic Child Need to Avoid Bananas?
Q. We’ve just learned that my daughter is latex allergic. My doctor listed things she has to avoid now –… Read more »