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Hives, also called urticaria, is a type of skin reaction that produces reddish and very itchy welts. The welts may vary from small to extremely large blotchy areas on the skin. Acute hives are usually a result of an allergic reaction to an insect bite, food, airborne allergen, or medication. They Read More
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Skin Allergies: Types and Triggers
As you go through your day, you encounter a wide variety of substances, including the objects you touch, the food you eat, and even things floating in the air. Sometimes, these may result in an adverse reaction known as an allergy. Have you ever had a rash or persistent itchiness? If this has Read More
Recognizing and Treating Food Allergy Reaction Symptoms
For most of us, a peanut is a tasty nut and also tastes great in the soft form of peanut butter. However, for others, a peanut is a potentially life-threatening food if accidentally consumed. The cause of a food allergy could be any food, including eggs, milk, or shellfish. The worst-case Read More
Oral Immunotherapy: What You Should Know
A food allergy can range in severity. For instance, you can experience a mild reaction like a rash, or the reaction could be as serious as your throat swelling up. A food allergy can pose a problem when you cook for your family and especially when you go out to eat. Fortunately, at Oak Brook Read More
