food allergies

The second step on the atopic march, and the one for which we will spend the most time is food allergies. A food allergy occurs when the immune system produces IgE in response to a protein in a food. This causes an allergic reaction that includes symptoms like digestive issues, hives, swelling, and anaphylaxis. FoodContinue reading “Food Allergies”

The Atopic March

The Atopic March describes the track that children who are prone to develop allergic conditions. The conditions on the atopic march are eczema, food allergies, asthma, and allergic rhinitis. Since last month we looked at allergic rhinitis or seasonal allergies in general, this month, we will focus on the first three steps. This week isContinue reading “The Atopic March”

Food Allergies: When Your Body Overreacts to Food

What Is a Food Allergy? A food allergy is an overreaction of the immune system. The immune system recognizes the food as being foreign and launches an attack to rid the body of the invader. The symptoms can include hives, diarrhea, respiratory symptoms, and in the most severe cases, anaphylaxis. People who have seasonal allergies,Continue reading “Food Allergies: When Your Body Overreacts to Food”