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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...

Do you recommend acupuncture for children?

My child has severe allergies and I heard acupuncture helps. But is he too young for it? He's 9 years old.

Can asthma be cured completely?

Is there a permanent cure for childhood asthma, or will my son have this for the rest of his life?

Why does my son get a cold after playing in the sun?

My son always seems to get a cold after he is outside all day in the sun. What could cause this?

What can I do to help with itchy, dry eyes?

Lately my eyes have been very itchy and dry. I have tried using eye drops, but this problem continues to happen. What can I do to help ease this discomfort?

Why do I have swelling in my mouth after having pink eye?

I recently had pink eye, and while my eyes look better, I continue to have swelling and pain in my mouth. Could the two be connected?

What are the best ways to prevent hand, foot, and mouth disease?

There are a lot of cases of HFMD at my child's school. What are the best ways to prevent this condition from infecting my child?

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 effective are immune booster supplements?

A friend of mine recommended that I use a immune booster supplement. How effective are these?

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...

My throat feels scratchy. Is it an allergic reaction?

Since this morning, my throat has been feeling very itchy. Could it be some sort of allergic reaction? I sometimes do get a reaction to pollen, but it doesn't really cause me...

Is there more than one type of allergy test?

A lot of food allergies run in my family and I want to know what different type of food allergy tests are out there so I can make sure I'm safe.

Can a 3 year old take zyrtec?

Is there a safe dosage of zyrtec that I can administer to a toddler who is 3 years old in case of an allergic reaction?

Allergy to milk

I have an allergy to milk. What dairy products should I eat to get all the necessary vitamins?

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