Seafood: Epi Pen
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Allergies to Fish
Asked by T.N. from Los Angeles
on March 21, 2008
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I think my 15 month is allergic to salmon. He has vomited the last two times after he ate it. I am wondering if he is allergic to all fish, or just salmon. I am tak...
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- It could be just the salmon. I am highly allergic to salmon, but I am a fish fanatic and do well with all other types of fish. My daughter wont eat salmon but loves th...
- Have someone do the Elisa Act test for allergies. It's easier on the child and tests for over 100 different food allergies.
- Vomiting is not necessarily a sign of an allergic reaction though. I am personally allergic to octapus and squid but not fish or shrimp and my tonsil would swell and ...
Shellfish Allergy and Swimming in the Ocean
Asked by J.D. from Tampa
on June 1, 2009
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My 3 year old daughter has a very high shellfish allergy. I am new to the area and was not sure how swimming in the ocean would affect her allergy. Has anyone else h...
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- My husband has a shellfish allergy and he doesn't have a problem swimming in the gulf or ocean. I dont know how bad your daughters allergy is, but if you want her to s...
- I have that severe allergy as well but have no problem with the ocean. I would say carry the Epi-Pen just in case but she should be fine.
- I've lived around salt water most of my life, in different parts of the country, and I've never heard of anyone having a problem with swimming due to a shellfish aller...
1 Year Old Allergic to Cow's Milk
Asked by M.N. from Bangor
on April 13, 2009
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My almost 12 month old boy have started to self-wean a few days ago. He nursed for a shorter period of time, but cries after he unlatches and does not want to latch-on...
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- I would not make the assumption that your son is allergic to cows milk. I would consult your pediatrician and possibly see an allergist if your pediatrician agreees t...
- Since he is almost 12 months, I wouldn't worry about it. As long as he gets calcium through leavy greens, milk should not be a staple in his diet (contrary to popular...
- Stay away from cows milk!! It is highly allergenic. If you need some alternatives, try almond, hemp or goats milk. Soy milk can also be allergenic so be careful. How a...
Penicillin Allergy - Anything to Watch Out For?
Asked by K.F. from Providence
on April 18, 2008
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My 6 month old was just diagnosed with a Penicillin allergy. On day 7 of amoxicillin she started with a minor rash on her legs and by day 9 it was major and everywher...
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- I would start her immediately on the Reliv nutritional supplement for kids. It is safe even as a pre-natal, so any age can take it. It eliminates many allergies, and...
- My daughter and I are both allergic to Penacillin. My daughter's was discovered during an ear infection. She too had the rash but she also had breathing issues with he...
- A year ago, my daughter, 3 at the time was ill. She was prescribed penicillian/amoxicillian for the first time. She had no allergies to medicine. A day into the penici...
Allergy Shots and Asthma Meds
Asked by R.B. from Grand Rapids
on April 29, 2009
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Hello Mamas,
I am asking for your advice regarding asthma and allergy treatments for little ones. I am nearly at my wit's end dealing with my four and a half-year-ol...
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- 1st off I have two children who have asthma and sesonal allergies. They have been on singular since they where babies and in the last two years they have been put on P...
- Hello, I'm not sure how young the babies can have allergy shots, but I see an allergist as well as my 12 month old son. Our son has a milk and soy allergies. He a...
- Hello R. - I don't have little ones with allergies & asthma, but I have had it myself since I was two. I can honestly say that the shot have done wonders for me. I...
10 Month Old Allergic to Dairy
Asked by A.C. from Jacksonville
on November 8, 2007
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I have recently discovered my 10 month old daughter has a milk allergy. Whenever she has anything dairy (yogurt, cheese, formula, cheese puffs, etc.) she breaks out i...
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- My daughter was allergic to milk until she was 18 months. I ended up nursing her until that time. If you aren't nursing, then soy formulas should be fine, if she isn't...
- I feel so sorry for you and your daughter! My little sister is allergic to milk (not hives, explosive diarrhea and she is still allergic at 23 years old...) and my mo...
- A., Both of my daughters have a list of food allergies. My oldest is allergic to milk among other things. What you need to do is - avoid milk and milk components ...
Allergic Reaction to Wasp Sting HELP!!
Asked by E.M. from Louisville
on July 24, 2008
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I got stung by a wasp monday morning and it hurt all day. I did the tabacco tric and it helped a bit but not enought. the next day i woke up and my arm looked like it ...
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- First make a paste of baking soda and water. Leave that on for 15-20 mintes. That neutrailizes a lot of the venom that is still in the sting. Have someone go and ge...
- Go back to the doctors and see what they can do to help. They can give you the bee sting pack (it's a prescription). Don't wait on this. You can get help. If the docto...
- I think he may be talking about an EPI pen. Check with your physician...it sounds like you need one. My only other suggestion is to scratch it with an ice cube.
Allergic Reaction to Antibiotic
Asked by M.W. from Evansville
on September 5, 2008
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I am in dire need of some advice. My son has an ear infection and was put on antibiotics for it - a new one he had never taken before (he's one year old). After his ...
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- My youngest son broke out with hives all over his body last winter and the symptoms were similar to the ones your son has. I had never seen hives before like the ones...
- i would take him back to the ER, if his fever gets over 105 it can literally cook his brain & cause brain damage & yes babies can die just from a fever. not trying to ...
- I'd stop the antibiotics and just use garlic oil in the infected ear. You can get it at places like Whole Foods. You need garlic oil, not garlic flavored oil.
Wheat- Free Products?
Asked by H.H. from Cincinnati
on August 2, 2008
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Help! I just had my baby girl tested for food allergies and found out she is highly allergic to peanuts and wheat! also, dogs but that came out not so bad! The docter ...
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- I have a daughter who is gluten-free, which is essentially avoiding wheat plus oats/barley/rye. I shop at Whole Foods, Jungle Jims and Biggs. I would highly suggest ...
- My son is also allergic to wheat. Bigg's & Whole Foods both carry an amazing range of wheat-free products. We can get crackers, bread, cereal, mixes for just about any...
- Hi H., I don't have any specific foods to recommend to you, but if I were you, I would call Whole Foods (Rookwood Commons & Deerfield Towne Centre locations) and as...
Reaction to Eating Yogurt
Asked by A.A. from San Francisco
on May 19, 2008
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My son is 10 months old and we just introduced yobaby yogurt (pear flavor). Within minutes, my son's face was red around his mouth and he became a bit congested. My ...
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- A., Try Yo Baby's soy baby yogurt...
- Hi A., Those are classic food allergy symptoms. Had your son already had pureed pears for at least one week? If so, the diary is probably to blame. If not, it is i...
- Hi A., if your son had this kind of reaction, and so suddenly I would go to a doctor! He could be allergic to the pears or milk and the next reaction could be worse. ...
