Poison ivy allergy is a form of allergic contact dermatitis that develops after contact to the plant’s chemical Urushiol. This form of a rash is usually delayed, occuring 24-48 hours after contact to the offending agent. The skin irritation can range from mild irritation to open sores with blisters. If one has poison ivy allergy […]
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When evaluating food allergy, it is very important to seek appropriate consultation with a trained and board certified Allergy and Immunology specialist. The first approach towards evaluating food allergy is to conduct a thorough medical history to determine: if food allergy is likely and what the most likely culprit food is. A limitation in blood panel testings is
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The most common symptoms of shrimp or prawn allergy is itching and localized swelling of the mouth. Sometimes small itchy bumps might develop on the tongue, lips and inside lining of the cheeks. Other more generalized symptoms include urticaria (hives), throat swelling, sneezing, runny nose and wheezing. The most severe symptom would be anaphylaxis (allergic shock). If a person is diagnosed
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Childhood allergic eczema is a common allergic skin disorder in children. It can affect up to 20% of young children and usually presents in the first 6 months of life. Although the term eczema is frequently used, Atopic Dermatitis is a more precise term to describe this form of allergic skin disease. The prevalence of
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