Cold vs. Allergy: How Do I Know the Difference?
There are many things to consider when a child is affected by allergies. Listed in the directory below are some of these considerations, for which we have provided a brief overview. [... more]
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All About Asthma
Asthma is considered a chronic respiratory disorder that requires clinical care by a physician or other healthcare professional. Asthma is considered a chronic respiratory disorder that requires clinical care by a physician or other healthcare ... [... more]
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Immune Disorders
There are many different immune disorders that require clinical care by a physician or other healthcare professional There are many different immune disorders that require clinical care by a physician or other healthcare professional. Listed in ... [... more]
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- a complex protein that is manufactured by lymphocytes to neutralize or destroy an antigen or foreign protein. Many types of antibodies are protective, however, inappropriate or excessive formation of antibodies may lead to illness. - a group of ... [... more]
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American Academy of Allergy, Asthma, and Immunology (AAAAI)
This Web was compiled from a variety of sources including the online resources listed below, but is not intended to substitute or replace the professional medical advice you receive from your physician(s). [... more]
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What are allergies?
Allergies are physiological reactions caused when the immune system reacts to a specific foreign substance (allergen). Normally, the human body defends itself against harmful substances such as viruses or bacteria, but, sometimes, the defenses ... [... more]
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Types of Allergens
There are many different types of allergens that could trigger an allergic reaction, requiring clinical care by a physician or other healthcare professional. There are many different types of allergens that could trigger an allergic reaction, ... [... more]
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What is an animal allergen?
Allergens found in animals are a common cause of allergic reactions in children. Allergens found in animals are a common cause of allergic reactions in children. They are caused by the protein found in an animal's: Household pets, such as cats ... [... more]
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What is a dust mite allergen?
Dust mites are microscopic organisms that can live and thrive throughout homes and schools. Dust mites are microscopic organisms that can live and thrive throughout homes and schools. The mites and their waste products thrive in the ... [... more]
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Milk and soy allergy:
Approximately 90 percent of all food allergies are caused by the following six foods: It is also important to give vitamins and minerals to your child if he/she is unable to eat certain foods. Discuss this with your child's physician. Allergies ... [... more]
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General guidelines for egg allergy:
The key to an allergy-free diet is to avoid feeding your child the foods or products containing the food he/she is allergic to. The items that your child is allergic to are called allergens. Eggs are a commonly used food that may cause food ... [... more]
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General guidelines for milk allergy:
A milk allergy is an abnormal response of the body to the proteins found in cow's milk. A milk allergy is an abnormal response of the body to the proteins found in cow's milk. Milk allergy is most common among infants and young children. Milk and ... [... more]
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