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Peanut Allergy
Asked by T.R. from New York
on March 30, 2012
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We just found out that my daughter has a high level of peanut allergy. Her egezema is out of control (her back feels like alligator skin). We have medicine to contro...
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- http://www.nationaleczema.org/ This link is for the National Eczema Organization. Maybe contact them for information/help. They also have a community support gro...
- The blood test can not show "high allergy" to any substance. It can only show the level of reactivity in the blood, which - believe it or not - is not a good indicator...
- Try dairy and egg free. I had to go on a complete eliminiation diet with both of my girls when they were nursing. Didn't figure it out unit my oldest was about 6 month...
Peanut Allergies?
Asked by D.L. from Los Angeles
on February 11, 2008
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My question is this. when i was growing up I never heard of anyone with a peanut alergy. We commonly brought beanut butter and jelly sandwiches to school and when a ...
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- Dear D., There are different levels of allergic reactions, from itching and hives to respiratory distress (anaphalactic shock) - which can lead to death. Peanut all...
- Hi ..I wanted to tell you that these allergies are for real...one of my twin daughters has a severe peanut allergy and nut allergy that I have to carry an epipen with ...
- peanut allergies are one of the most serious food allergies there is. I have treated both kids and adults with severe peanut allergies-to the point of the throat begi...
1 Year Old with Eczema and a Peanut Allergy
Asked by H.P. from Chicago
on September 5, 2008
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I have a 1 year old son who has had severe eczema since birth. 3 months ago he had a severe allergic reaction to what we believe to have been a peanut. I took him to...
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- The cracked skin is definitely eczema. A peanut allergy would involve breathing problems. When I smell peanuts I get physically sick and find it hard to breathe. Wh...
- Eczema can flare up because of allergies. The only way to tell if it is allergy-related without having him tested (he seems too young yet) is to eliminate foods from ...
- YOu may want to try calling an allergist to see if they will see him this young. Try seeing one at children's memorial. They have satellite offices if different suburb...
Could I Be Allergic to My Dog?
Asked by K.O. from Wichita
on February 19, 2009
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Please help me ladies! I have battled hives on and off. Last spring was the first episode and I think it was caused by stress. I took Zyrtec and although it basical...
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- Unfortunately, you could be allergic to the dog. Sounds likely, actually, if the itchiness began within a month of the dog arriving. Lots of people have allergies to...
- Dear K., This sounds familiar my husband had the same skin issue. We traced it back to dryer sheets. He purchased generic dryer sheets and broke out in hives and a...
- Yes it could be very possible. I got a new dog recently and quickly found out I'm allergic to him, I break out on my wrists and neck. I refuse to get rid of him, ...
Allergy Testing for 13 Month Old
Asked by S.T. from Columbus
on February 15, 2008
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My 13 month old has severe excema on his head and face. At our last doctor visit (last week) my doctor suggested that we get him tested for allergies to see if that w...
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- ok there are two ways to allergy test. the first one is too draw some blood and they then test the blood that they draw. so the only part your child has to go through ...
- WE had similar issues with our son at the same age. We had him allergy tested. They did skin testing, which seemed to tickle more than hurt and he didn't shed a tear...
- i have a 10 year old little boy and he was tested a few years ago. it is no longer painful he said it didnt hurt at all. i give him oatmeal baths to help him my doctor...
Is This a Food Allergy
Asked by T.P. from Chicago
on March 28, 2008
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My daughter is 6 weeks old and has a "rash" on her face. It seems to come and go. After she feeds (Similac Advanced w/ Iron) it gets red. About 20 min later it's just...
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- Hi T., I would say yes that seems like at least a sensitivity. My son was diagnosed with lots of food allergies early in life and sometimes the reactions to the ...
- Hold on for the next week appt. so dr. can see for himself what it looks like. As long as baby is not crying (like it's burning her or irretating her) don't worry till...
- We went through similar issues w/ my daughter who is now 4. We switched detergents to All free for all our laundry and started using Arbonne products. Unfortunately ...
Sun Screen for Highly Allergic Child
Asked by M.D. from New York
on April 28, 2009
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hi moms!
i have a 20 month old who is allergic to EVERYTHING from foods to meds and everything in between. this is a new thing, this time last year he had no health...
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- my son and i are sensitive and doc recommended Vanicream Sunscreen- works well. You have to ask for it behind the pharmacy counter (atleast I do at ShopRite) but it is...
- Hi, I use California Baby sunscreen for my 2 year old...He has no known allergies but the sunscreen is specially formulted for kids (or adults) with sensitive skins.I...
- My nephew has sensitive skin and used Blue Lizard. You can buy it online.
Sudden Milk Allergy?
Asked by A.R. from Seattle
on May 9, 2009
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My three and half year old daughter developed hives all over her body out of the blue last night. She has a peanut allergy but we are super careful about that and I am...
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- That's the thing about allergies, they can and do come from out of the blue sometimes. My daughters are very allergic, one to peanuts and tree nuts, so I understand y...
- My friend's 3 year old had a similar reaction and after going to urgent care it was discovered she had developed an allergy to their laundry detergent. An easy way to ...
- Are you sure it was a food sensitivity and not a contact allergy? A food additive that you weren't aware of? The effects of the antihistamine, regardless of the bran...
Unknown Food Allergy
Asked by B.J. from Abilene
on December 19, 2008
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My daughter is 3 years old and had developed hives and welps all over her torso, arms, legs and behind when she woke up yesterday morning. We immediately went to the m...
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- It could very well be the acid in the apple juice - especially if it has added citric or ascorbic acid, there is a rare but real allergy to ascorbic acid and it's in a...
- Here's my "If I were you" advice... Feed her only fruits & vegetables- a vegan diet- until the rash disappears. And even with fruits and vegetables, you may have to ...
- Please call me. I can probably help you. It sounds like she maybe be allergic to gluten and if she is this can have really bad side affects and cause a lot of health i...
Allergy, Excema and a Growth Spurt
Asked by B.C. from Chicago
on April 27, 2008
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My son, Johnny, is 6 months old and has allergies to wheat, egg and our beloved dog. He also has very sensitive skin, so we have had to go with all sensitive & fragra...
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- I would think w/spring the dog is shedding more? Do you have a room air cleaner? We bought a kenmore one and seems to help
- I have to say this is expensive but if I leave it off over night I can not even come downstairs without having to take something because of my allergies to my dog. If ...
- Hi B.--Thought you may want to listen to this free call, should be really good! Tuesday April 29th "A Review of Allergy Prevention" 8 PM Central Time call ###-...
