Symptoms
- Itching or swelling in the mouth
- Vomiting, diarrhea, and/or abdominal cramps/pain
- Hives or eczema
- Tightening of the throat
- Trouble breathing and/or anaphylaxis
Causes
- Exposure to food you are allergic to
- Overreaction of the body’s immune system to a food trigger
What can be done at home
- Antihistamines for mild to moderate reactions
- Use of EpiPen (epinephrine) for severe anaphylaxis
- Call 911
- Avoid problem food and cross contamination
- Wear an emergency medical ID bracelet
What can be used to treat it
- Antihistamines
- Epinephrine
When to see a doctor
- If you can’t breathe, immediately
Any other helpful info
- Skin or blood tests can be used to identify your trigger food
- Common allergens include: egg, fish, milk, peanuts, treenuts, shellfish, soy, wheat, sesame