Allergies
Learn about different types of allergies, how to prevent reactions, and what to do
if your child has allergies.
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Food Allergies
Milk, eggs, soy, wheat, tree nuts, peanuts, sesame, fish, and shellfish are among the most common foods that cause allergies.
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Insect Sting Allergies
Insect stings usually are minor annoyances. But they can cause serious reactions in kids who are allergic to them.
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Environmental Allergies
Seasonal allergies are sometimes called “hay fever.” Find out about causes and treatment.
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Testing for Allergies
Find out how doctors test for different kinds of allergies.
Dealing With Triggers
Handling Reactions
Most allergic reactions aren’t serious. But severe reactions can be life-threatening
and need medical care right away. Learn what to watch for — and what to do.
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5 Ways to Prepare for an Allergy Emergency
Quick action will help your child during a serious allergic reaction. Here’s a checklist for any parent of a child with a serious allergy.
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First Aid: Allergic Reactions
Here’s what to do when a child has an allergic reaction — mild or severe.
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Serious Allergic Reactions
If your child has a severe allergy or has had a severe reaction, your doctor prescribed injectable epinephrine. Be sure to keep it on hand at all times.
Allergy FAQs
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Pollen-food allergy syndrome (also called oral allergy syndrome) causes a type of allergic reaction. It usually only affects the lips, mouth, and throat, and happens when someone with a pollen allergy eats some foods — fruits, vegetables, and nuts. For a few kids, it can be serious.
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Allergies don’t cause asthma. But when kids already have asthma, having allergies can sometimes make their asthma symptoms worse.
