Allergies & the Immune System

• Going to School With Food Allergies

  With preparation and education, a child with a food allergy can stay safe at school.

• Henoch-Schönlein Purpura (HSP)

  Most kids who develop this inflammation of the blood vessels (marked by a raised red and purple rash) make a full recovery and have no long-term problems.

• Hives (Urticaria)

  Has your child broken out in welts? It could be a case of the hives. Learn how to soothe itchy bumps and help your child feel better.

• How to Handle an Allergic Reaction

  Most allergic reactions aren’t serious, but severe reactions can be life-threatening and need medical care right away.

• Immune Thrombocytopenia

  Immune thrombocytopenia happens when the immune system attacks platelets. Viral infections often trigger this in children, but it usually goes away within 6 months.

• Inflammation

  Inflammation is one way the body reacts to infection, injury, or other medical conditions. Many things can cause it.

• Insect Sting Allergy

  Insect sting allergies can cause serious reactions. Find out how to keep kids safe.

• Kids and Allergies

  Many kids have an allergy. Find out how allergies are diagnosed and how to keep them under control.

• Milk Allergy

  Milk allergy can cause serious reactions. Find out how to keep kids safe.

• Milk Allergy in Infants

  Almost all infants are fussy at times. But some are very fussy because they have an allergy to the protein in cow’s milk, which is the basis for most commercial baby formulas.