Food allergies can be scary as it affects approximately 8% of children. More than 9 million children face skin allergies while over 8 million suffers from respiratory allergies, according to the American College of Allergy, Asthma, and Immunology. Allergies in infants and children are quite common. But these food allergies can cause serious and even fatal reactions. Therefore, it is important to consult a Pediatric allergist for the same. Sign and symptoms of food allergies It is definitely crucial to go through an allergy test which helps determine whether the symptom of concern is caused by an allergy and what specific allergen might be. Here are some of the symptoms that will give you an indication about your baby‘s allergic reaction: • Breathing Problem • Wheezing • Skin irritation that itch or blister • Hoarseness • Belly Pain • Inflamed or irritated nasal passages If your child is facing any of the above symptoms, you should see a baby food allergy specialist immediately. They usually prescribe an allergy test which eventually determines the exact cause of allergy.
Food allergic reactions can harm these four areas of the body: • Skin • Cardiovascular system • Respiratory system • Gastrointestinal tract Often parents confuse food intolerance with food allergies among their kids because of the similar symptoms. The symptoms of food intolerance are indigestion, gas, loose stools, headaches, nervousness and burping. But food intolerance: • can be unpleasant but rarely dangerous and deadly • can happen to a person who can’t digest a substance • doesn’t involves the immune system Common Food Allergens Though a child could be allergic to any food, there are more than 160 allergenic foods, some foods may be more allergenic than others. Therefore, has a look that these foods which account for 90% of all reactions in children: • Soy • Peanuts • Wheat • Fish • Eggs • Tree nuts (such as walnuts or almonds) • Shellfish • Cow’s Milk If you suspect your child is allergic to any of the above, you can try food elimination method to determine the exact allergen.
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