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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 »
How Do I Know Exactly When to Use the Auto-Injector?
Q: My 5-year-old is newly diagnosed with anaphylaxis to soy and peanut. I’m a little nervous about when to use… Read more »
Asthma Symptoms Triggered by Aspirin?
Q: After taking aspirin recently, I began to get asthma symptoms. I’ve since read online that some asthmatics are sensitive… 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 »
Are Sinus Infections Connected to Asthma?
Q: I have moderate-persistent asthma and get frustrated with how often I get sinus infections. Is sinusitis actually connected to… Read more »
Latex Allergy in Children: How to Spot It
Q: At a birthday party a few months ago, my 5-year-old’s whole face became swollen, her breathing became difficult, and… Read more »
Allergic Rhinitis or the Common Cold?
Q: When should a parent suspect a child has allergic rhinitis as opposed to just a persistent cold? Dr. Bassett:… 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 »