Q. I have a soy allergy, and find that many personal care products, such as shampoos and body wash, contain… Read more »
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Advice on Nut Allergies at School
Q. My daughter is allergic to several tree nuts, and is just starting kindergarten. Her school restricts peanuts, but not… Read more »
Advice on Living with Wasp Allergy
Q: I was stung by a wasp last year, with no reaction. About three weeks later I was stung again and my lips and ears swelled, as did my arm where I was stung. I’ve been told I’m anaphylactic now, and I’m afraid when I’m outside. How do I go on living a normal life?
Advice on Sesame vs. Sunflower
Q. My son is allergic to peanuts, tree nuts and all seeds. I’m curious about the seed allergies: why is… Read more »
Advice on Reacting to Smell of Peanut
Q. Can I react to the smell of peanuts or nuts? Dr. Ham Pong: You can be assured that anaphylaxis… Read more »
About Preventing Allergies in Siblings
Q. I have three children, aged 12, 7 and 18 months. My 12-year-old daughter developed peanut allergy at 2. My… Read more »
Poison Ivy Reactions: Why They Can Get Worse, How to Avoid
Q. My son suffers with rashes to poison ivy when vacation at the lake. Is this an allergy? Dr. Skotnicki:… Read more »
Do I Have an Allergy to Parabens?
Q. I get severe skin breakouts to parabens. They seem to be in so many cosmetics, body creams and sunblocks.… Read more »
Do I Have a Shampoo Allergy?
Q. I recently used a new shampoo and it caused my scalp to go bright red, itchy and flaky. My… Read more »
Could I Have an Eye Makeup Allergy?
Q. The skin around my eyes seems easily irritated, and becomes flaky and peels when I wear most eye shadows… Read more »