2. What is a food allergy? A food allergy is when the immune system targets a food protein as a threat and attacks it.
3. What are symptoms of an allergic reaction? Symptoms vary from person to person and from reaction to reaction.
- Hives (reddish, swollen, itchy areas on the skin)
- Eczema (a persistent dry, itchy rash)
- Redness of the skin or around the eyes
- Itchy mouth or ear canal
- Nausea or vomiting
- Diarrhea
- Stomach pain
- Nasal congestion or a runny nose
- Sneezing
- Slight, dry cough
- Odd taste in mouth
- Obstructive swelling of the lips, tongue, and/or throat
- Trouble swallowing
- Shortness of breath or wheezing
- Turning blue
- Drop in blood pressure
- Loss of consciousness
- Chest pain
- A weak pulse
4.Is there a treatment for food allergies? There is no cure. The only way to avoid a reaction is to avoid the food.
5.Why should someone carry two epinephrine devices? Everyone with an allergy should have two epi devices on them at all times for two reasons. The first is in case the first epi does not work for some reason (a malfunction). The second is in case the symptoms do not go away before the ambulance arrives.
6. Why should all labels be read all the time? All labels should be read all the time because ingredients and company practices can change.
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