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...decreased symptoms, but there were still unexplained flare-ups. Two months post-diagnosis, we were visiting family for the holidays where each day started with a hot breakfast. Paulie’s asthma and eczema flared each morning shortly after we entered the kitchen, but only sometimes during lunch and dinner. Finally the pattern was clear. He was reacting to food proteins in the air! We learned not to cook or reheat anything with eggs or pork around Paulie. Peanuts...

...someone with a milk allergy. Some medications used to treat asthma and/or allergies such as Claritin®, Benadryl® and Prednisone® can also contain lactose. It’s good to be aware of FDA regulations for labeling food and medicine; they are not quite the same. For example “starch” on a food label means cornstarch.On a medicine label, it could mean potato, corn, tapioca or wheat starch. Generic vs. Brand Name Drugs Be careful when taking generic drugs vs...

...the body at once. Fortunately, this can be treated with the prescription drug epinephrine, which is available on-the-go in small auto-injectors. Common food allergy symptoms include: Skin rash or hives; Swelling of the tongue and throat; Breathing problems including asthma; Vomiting and/or diarrhea; and Abdominal pain and cramping. Currently, there are no medications that cure food allergies, so it is necessary for children and adults with food allergies to avoid allergenic foods. It is critical...

...Our guest blog today comes from Raquel Durban, a Registered Dietitian specializing in immediate and delayed food allergies in Charlotte, NC. Raquel is a medical advisory board member for the Food Allergy and Anaphylaxis Connection Team (FAACT) and an active participant in the American Academy of Asthma, Allergy and Immunology (AAAAI), American Partnership for Eosinophilic Disorders (APFED) and International Network for Diet and Nutrition in Allergy (INDANA). We would like to thank Raquel for...

...and dog- and cat-specific sensitization at age 18 years” Clin Exp Allergy 2011;41(7):979-986. [2] Lødrup Carlsen KC, et al. Does pet ownership in infancy lead to asthma or allergy at school age? Pooled analysis of individual participant data from 11 European birth cohorts. PLoS One. 2012;7(8):e43214. [3] Lodge CJ, et al. Pets at birth do not increase allergic disease in at-risk children. Clin Exp Allergy. 2012 Sep;42(9):1377-85. [4] Pelucchi C, et al. Pet exposure and...

...tube of hydrocortisone ointment (for topical application) Fast acting asthma medication (if prescribed) A copy of your Emergency Action Plan “IF FOUND” info card for the emergency kit to be returned Supply sources suggestions: Bracelets- Fashionable food allergy bracelets are available that will suit the needs and style of anyone. Consider your local pharmacy or take a look at these website offerings: Food allergy Research and Education (FARE) has an online store with bracelets and...