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Celiac Disease In Children

February 22nd, 2010 | Add a Comment

Celiac disease, also called celiac sprue, nontropical sprue, and gluten-sensitive enteropathy, is a condition that causes an extreme reaction to the ingestion of gluten. When someone with celiac disease consumes gluten, the immune system overreacts and damages the small intestine. Celiac disease may be diagnosed in adulthood, but it is often diagnosed in infancy and childhood. Irritability is a common symptom of celiac disease in children. Celiac disease can also cause diarrhea and abdominal pain. An infant with celiac disease may have normal digestion and growth until food containing gluten is introduced to the infant’s diet. The infant may react by having diarrhea, a distended abdomen, projectile vomiting, and irritability. The infant may stop gaining weight. Children with celiac disease may have poor appetite and poor growth. The symptoms of celiac disease may … Read entire article »

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Stay Informed About A Food Allergy Test

February 18th, 2010 | Add a Comment

Are you becoming sick on a constant basis? Do you appear to feel dizzy, nauseous, sick to your stomach, or otherwise indisposed shortly after you eat? Are you unable to maintain a respectable weight, and often end up shedding weight for no reason except that you are sick after every meal? Perhaps you have a food allergy. There are numerous common food allergies that folk have but don’t realize that they have. Food allergies can range from mild to harsh, and they can increase in significance the more that one is exposed to the food. If you are experiencing any of these symptoms or your youngster is experiencing these symptoms, see a doctor and ask about getting a food allergy test. What It Is A food allergy test is … Read entire article »

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Causes And Prevention Options For Hives

March 14th, 2009 | Add a Comment

If you have ever had hives, you probably never want to get them again. After all, they are itchy, ugly and sometimes painful. You might also feel like you’re the only one on earth with the problem, but you aren’t. Many people get hives. The trick is learning why you have them, so that you can prevent them from returning in the future. Recognizing Hives To begin with, you need to know exactly what hives are. A case of hives is actually a series of wheals, or small, reddish, itchy bumps. The bumps look and feel a lot like mosquito bites. The difference is that they come in clusters and, of course, aren’t caused by anything biting you. Since there are so many of them, they feel a lot more uncomfortable than … Read entire article »

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Allergy Research Group – Making Life Better

January 27th, 2009 | Add a Comment

Have allergies? No matter what type they may be, they oftentimes make life unbearable. This is extremely true if the thing you are allergic to is something you are in constant contact with daily. You may be allergic to the pollen in the air, a certain plant, or the grass in your yard. While some people are allergic to particular foods others are allergic to certain products. No matter what the source of your allergies, it should bring some comfort to you knowing that an allergy research group is there to make life more bearable. The research group specializes in making life more comfortable for you and allowing you to live with your allergies without all the bad reactions you have constantly experienced in the past. What Does an … Read entire article »

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Receiving Allergy Shots

January 21st, 2009 | Add a Comment

Living with debilitating allergies can be most painful for millions of people because their quality of life revolves around irritating symptoms caused by their allergies. Some of the symptoms may include: sinusitis, skin disorders, gastro-intestinal upset and chronic ear infections. Some of the symptoms that people may have include the following: sinusitis, skin disorders, gastro-intestinal upset, and chronic ear infections. All of these symptoms are produced by allergies. One treatment many people use are allergy shots. These contain a small amount of the allergen that the person is allergic to. They range from ragweed, trees, to pollen. The proof of this approach is debatable, yet may believe them to be good, over an extended period of time. Allergy Shots: How Do They Work? When a person … Read entire article »

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Allergy Medicine: Stop Them In Their Tracks!

January 12th, 2009 | Add a Comment

by Dorothy Medlum Having an allergic reaction is never fun. You might find yourself sneezing, coughing, weeping, or maybe even swelling up. Some do experience migraines because of their allergies while others can even go into shock. Every allergy is different and not all medications are equal in quality or in strength per dosage. You have to find what works for you. This can be better accomplished by talking with your doctor or your allergist. How Do They Test for allergies? When testing for allergies, the allergist tests you with a variety of substances. That way, the point of your allergy can be to something very specific. You are injected down the length of your spine with several different allergens. To do this she will inject you down the … Read entire article »

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Down Comforters – Are You Allergic?

August 10th, 2008 | Add a Comment

Sneezing and Coughing at Night? You could have an Allergy to Down Comforters. Many people have allergies and don’t have any idea why they have them. They may know that they feel badly and that they have suffered attacks at times, but they really don’t know what they are suffering from. Without seeing your allergist and being tested, it is most difficult to determine the source of your allergies and how to treat it. It is almost impossible without the help of a specialist. Chances are, if your allergy comes at night and you sleep under a down comforter, you have an allergy to your comforter. Like most people, this thought never entered your mind. Get Tested by a Certified Allergist At night, when you are lying in your … Read entire article »

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Prepare Your Child For Summertime Allergies

July 10th, 2007 | Add a Comment

Have a child with summertime allergies? Why not put together an allergy kit so it’ll be readily available whether they are traveling in the car, going to grandmother’s house or going to a sleepover at a friend’s house? Summertime allergies can be particularly bothersome to children who spend time away at summer camp. You can make it easier on them by preparing an allergy kit with Kleenex, Vic’s Vapor Rub for sleeping at night, any over the counter allergy medication they may need, and any prescription medication they may be taking. If your child uses an inhaler during allergy season make sure to send this along to camp, along with instructions for the camp counselors. Make sure you teach your child about his or her allergies and the medications necessary to minimize … Read entire article »

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