Q: My son is 16, with multiple food allergies since he was a toddler. Over the years, he’s had four… Read more »
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Which Chemical in Hair Dye Caused My Allergic Rash?
Q: I recently dyed my hair, and ended up with a rash on my forehead, ears and scalp – and… Read more »
Is Garlic Allergy Becoming Common in North America?
Q: I have severe allergic reactions to all of the onion family including garlic, cooked or raw. I’ve since met others… Read more »
How Do I Reduce Allergic Asthma Symptom Flare-Ups During Winter?
Q: My son is prone to asthma symptoms from indoor allergens such as dust mites and dander. Would it be… Read more »
Is It Safe For Those With a Soy Allergy To Consume Soy Lecithin?
Q: Following a severe reaction to a product containing soy protein, our 13-year-old was officially diagnosed with a soy allergy.… Read more »
How Does Traveling to a Colder Climate Affect Asthma?
Q: When I travel this winter, I’ll be heading from Nevada to New York state. Is the change to a… Read more »
What Happens to Epinephrine When It’s Exposed to Cold Temperatures?
Q: If you accidentally leave an EpiPen (or the generic version) in a car overnight in below-freezing temperatures, will it… Read more »
Is it Common for Identical Twins to Have the Same Food Allergy?
Q: Our identical twin girls are 2 1/2 years old, and one has an allergy to tree nuts. Our new… Read more »
Do Food Allergy Reactions Get Worse With Each Exposure?
Q: Is it true that food allergic reactions to shrimp or other allergens will get worse with every unintended exposure?… Read more »
Will a Child with Peanut Allergy React to Peas and Beans?
My son has a severe peanut allergy. After that diagnosis, and largely due to fears of a cross-reaction, I have… Read more »