Q: My 5-year-old is allergic to tree nuts, and I’d like to know more about shea nut butter, as it’s… Read more »
Why Does Asthma Put a Food-Allergic Child at a Higher Risk of Anaphylaxis?
Q: Why does asthma put a child with food allergies at higher risk of anaphylaxis than other children with food… Read more »
Can Fussiness in a Child be a Sign of Allergic Reaction?
Q. Recently my mother was babysitting my son, who is 3 years old and peanut-allergic. She called me distressed; she… Read more »
Is It Safe For Those With Shellfish Allergy To Consume Sea Salt?
Q: I’m a chef and often prepare food to serve to allergic customers. Is it safe for those with shellfish… Read more »
What Causes Hives to Appear in a Food-Allergic Reaction?
Q: Why do we get hives in a food-allergic reaction? And will they always appear? Dr. Sicherer: Hives, also called… Read more »
Is it Common for a Milk Allergy to Progress into a Nut Allergy?
Q: As a baby, my son was diagnosed with a cow’s milk allergy and now, at age 4, had a… Read more »
Can Skin Exposures Worsen a Child’s Allergy?
Q: I have two young children, and my 18-month-old daughter has had an anaphylactic reaction to dairy. I’ve been letting… Read more »
Is Peanut Oil Safe or Not for Peanut Allergy?
Q: I’ve read differing views about peanut oil. Some say it’s safe for those with peanut allergy because it is… Read more »
Can Baked Egg Be Safe to Eat with Egg Allergy?
Q: My 7-year-old is anaphylactic to milk and peanut. He also has a mild egg allergy. He has never had… Read more »
Can Skin Contact Cause Anaphylaxis?
Q: My daughter, who’s 7 years old, has dairy and other allergies and asthma, and has had one anaphylactic reaction.… Read more »