Food Allergy
Dr. Aster: Hello and welcome. Topic for the day is food allergy. Food allergy is an abnormal response to a food triggered by your body's immune system. Although allergic reactions are often mild, they can be very serious. Symptoms of a food allergy can affect different areas of the body at the same time. An itchy sensation inside the mouth, throat or ears. A raised itchy red rash, Swelling of the face, around the eyes, lips, tongue and roof of the mouth, vomiting are some of the common symptoms of food allergy. In the most serious cases, a person has a severe allergic reaction called anaphylaxis, which can be life threatening. If you think someone has the symptoms of anaphylaxis such as breathing difficulties, light headedness, and feeling like they're going to faint or lose consciousness consult your doctor immediately. Thank You.