Food Allergy Anxiety Guide - Sneak Peek

ASK THE FOOD ALLERGY EXPERTS GETTY IMAGES Q&A | Expert Advice BY DR. SCOTT SICHERER AND DR. HEMANT SHARMA Q: How do I get past being afraid of my auto-injector? I go to college in Sep- tember, and need to be ready to do this. But I’ve hesitated in a past reaction, and made my mom give me the shot. Dr. Sicherer: You should discuss this fear with your allergist or pediatrician. Some- times just talking about it, and what worries you, can increase 38 ALLERGICLIVING.COM