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Do allergy shots really cure allergies?

My son's doctor recommended allergy shots to build up his immune system against his allergies, but I'm not really sure that they would help. How do they really work?

What should I say to my son's school about his gluten allergy?

My son has a serious allergy to gluten (not celiac disease, thank God), but I feel like his teacher isn't doing much to protect him from a reaction. I just want to make sure that...

My son's school isn't taking his nut allergy seriously. How can I make them understand?

I've been back and forth about my son's school about what he can and cannot be around because of his nut allergy. When I talk the the principal and administration, and nurse,...

Is a dairy allergy different from lactose intolerance?

My son was diagnosed with a dairy allergy a few months ago, and when he does have milk, he usually gets rashes, nausea, stomach pains and issues breathing. I'm trying to explain...

How are kids tested for allergies?

I think my daughter has an allergy to gluten because she gets very sick. How are allergies usually tested?

Constant itchy, scratchy throat

My son, who is 8 years old, has suddenly come down with constant itchy and scratchy throat issues. It makes him cough all the time and he even has trouble eating. What could...

My daughter's throat is always scratchy. Who should I take her to see for some help?

My 8 year old daughter has a scratchy throat nearly every day. It makes her very uncomfortable. Should I take her to an allergist or to an ENT? She never had allergies before;...

Does a family practitioner test for allergy?

I think I have been suffering from a tomato allergy since I was a kid. It only happens at certain times of the year, where I get hives every time I eat something containing tomatoes....

Are there any tests to identily food allergies in kids?

My son is 4 years old and has certain food allergies already, like with dairy products and nuts. Are there any tests that I can do to identify what else he's allergic to?

Should my son be taking Benadryl?

We have a dog that my son is allergic to in the house, and I usually give him Benadryl once his eyes start feeling itchy. Is it okay for him to take this? He doesn't have an...

Why do I keep getting repeated ear infections?

I have a problem with repeated ear infections. What could be causing this problem for me -- and is there a good home ready to help give me relief when the infections occur?

I wake up every morning with my nose all stuffy. Why is this?

Every single morning when I wake up, my nose feels extremely stuffy. What's going on and how do I treat this?

How will a pathologist test for allergies in my son?

My son has multiple allergies. What tests are recommended to ensure all his allergies are tested in one test?

Why does my child get a cough and cold when the seasons change?

My son has a cold and cough every time the season changes. This doesn't happen with anyone else in our family, and my husband and I have very few allergies. Why is this happening...

How can I prevent my cold from becoming a sinusitis infection?

I have a history of sinusitis. My last 2 colds turned into painful sinus infections. I have the beginnings of a cold again and don't want to suffer through another bout of sinusitis....

Is it possible to be allergic to anesthesia?

I happen to be allergic to so many things, including foods and certain medications. My doctor recently told me I need to have surgery on my shoulder. This, of course, requires...

My daughter has hives whenever she's exposed to certain dogs. Does this means she's allergic?

My father has a german shepherd and whenever the dog licks her, she has hives only in that area. There are a few other dogs that this happens with. Does this mean she's allergic...

I experience a strange skin reaction when I am hot that causes my skin to peel. What can I do to treat this?

I have been experiencing a strange skin reaction when I feel hot that causes my skin to peel. What could this be? How can I treat this?

Is lactose intolerance a lifelong condition?

My nephew is 6 months old, and has been diagnosed with lactose intolerance. Is his allergy likely to settle down with age?

How can I find out if I am allergic to any medicines?

I am often asked if I'm allergic to any medications when I'm at the doctor's office. But how would I know if I am? Is there a definitive test that indicates the list of medicines...

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