Allergies
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New Peanut Allergy Treatment Shows Promise
By Rachael Rettner published
Children with peanut allergies who tried a new treatment involving probiotics wound up being able to eat peanuts without a reaction, a new study from Australia says.
Rare Allergy to an Orange Nearly Kills Toddler
By Bahar Gholipour published
A two and-a-half year-old girl in Pennsylvania nearly died from an unusually severe allergic reaction to eating an orange, her doctors reported.
How Blueberry Pie Caused Girl's Strange Allergic Reaction
By Rachael Rettner published
A girl in Canada experienced an unusual allergic reaction to blueberry pie — she was not allergic to any of the pie's ingredients, but instead reacted to antibiotic residue in the food.
Three Common Indoor Allergy Myths Busted
By Dr. Nabeel Farooqui published
Black mold is not the crisis many make it out to be.
Exposure to Allergens Early in Life May Lower Children's Allergy Risk
By Agata Blaszczak-Boxe published
Children who are exposed to common allergens before age 1 are less likely to have certain health problems by age 3, a new study shows.
Oral Allergy Syndrome: 6 Ways to Avoid an Itchy, Tingling Mouth
By Cari Nierenberg published
People with oral allergy syndrome may develop an itchy, tingly, swollen mouth and throat after eating certain foods. Here are some ways to avoid these uncomfortable symptoms.
Got Allergies? Avoid These 7 Mistakes
By Cari Nierenberg published
In an attempt to relieve their sneezing, stuffy or runny noses, and itchy eyes, people with seasonal allergies might make a few mistakes.
Allergy Medications: Which Drugs Treat Which Symptoms
By Heather Whipps published
Seasonal allergies can be treated with OTC medicines, prescription drugs and natural remedies. Learn which medications address which symptoms.
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