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Should a Second Dose of Epinephrine be Injected Into the Opposite Thigh?
Q: In a U.K. inquest, a teenager (Natasha Ednan-Laperouse) died despite being given two doses of epinephrine during a severe… Read more »
Can Pollen Allergy Shots Be Used to Treat Oral Allergy Syndrome?
Q: If a teen with an intense pollen allergy to birch and with oral allergy syndrome (OAS) to many foods… Read more »
Is There a Recommended Age for Introducing Potentially Allergenic Foods to Children?
Q: Is there a recommended age for introducing shellfish and fish to a child with dairy and egg allergies? I’m… Read more »
Sizing Up Tests to See if a Child Can Be Near a Food Allergen in a Room
Q: I’ve heard about “proximity food challenges,” in which kids are shown that they can safely be in a room… Read more »
How Does a Parent Reconcile Different Results From Skin and Blood Food Allergy Tests?
Q: How does one reconcile differing food allergy test results from two types of tests? Soy is a suspect food… Read more »
How Can I Manage Bad Flare-ups of Eczema on My Eyelids?
Q: I have mild to moderate eczema that sometimes flares badly on my face. This is especially the case for… Read more »
How Can I Introduce Tree Nuts My Daughter Is Not Allergic to in Her Diet?
Q: Should I introduce tree nuts my daughter is not allergic to – such as pistachios and almonds – into… Read more »
Are Pollen Allergies as a Kid Linked to Adult-Onset Food Allergies?
Q: My allergies to trees and grass started when I was a kid and now, in my early 30s, I’ve… Read more »
What Can I Do to Ensure the School Bus Ride is Safe for My Allergic Child?
Q: My son has just started 1st grade and needs to take the school bus. He has allergies to peanuts… Read more »