Allergies

Food, animal dander and the environment are all reasons that some people experience allergic reactions. Learn about the types of allergies and treatment options.

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Soy allergies are particularly common in young children. Learn some of the common soy allergy symptoms in this article.

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Peanut allergies can cause a variety of reactions. Learn about the common symptoms of peanut allergies in this article.

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Peanut allergy reactions can range from mild to life-threatening. Learn what foods are safe to eat if you have peanut allergies in this article.

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Some signs of a latex allergy in newborns are symptoms of the skin or respiratory system soon after they come into contact with latex. Learn about signs of a latex allergy in newborns in this article.

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Food allergies are responsible for a wide variety of symptoms. Learn whether there are food allergies that cause earaches in this article.

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Food allergies can cause a variety of symptoms. Learn whether any food allergies cause edema in this article.

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There are two tests you can take to diagnose latex allergies: the immunoglobulin E test and a skin prick test. Find out whether there are tests you can take to diagnose latex allergies in this article.

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Many kids suffer from ear infections, and peanut allergies are common, too. Learn whether a peanut butter allergy can cause an inner ear infection in this article.

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Shellfish allergies are one of the more common food allergies. Learn whether a shellfish allergy can cause chapped lips in this article.

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Wheat allergies can cause a variety of symptoms. Learn whether wheat allergies can affect your sinuses in this article.

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Wheat allergies cause a variety of symptoms. Learn whether wheat allergies can cause breathing problems in this article.

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Cat allergies can result in a number of different symptoms. Learn whether cat allergies can cause a rash in this article.

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Dishwashing gloves can inflame a latex allergy if they are made of natural rubber. Find out whether dishwashing gloves can inflame a latex allergy in this article.

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Food allergies can cause acne, among other skin conditions. Find out whether food allergies can cause acne in this article.

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Sore gums can be caused by any number of factors. Learn whether food allergies can cause sore gums in this article.

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Adults with a beef allergy can generally consume milk and milk products. Learn whether you can have milk if you have a beef allergy from this article.

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Babies are prone to many diaper rashes in the first year or so. Learn whether peanut allergies can cause a diaper rash in infants in this article.

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Shellfish allergies are usually lifelong sensitivities. Learn whether you can have a sudden allergy to shellfish in this article.

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A large number of people are allergic to hair dye. Learn whether you can highlight your hair if you have skin allergies in this article.

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Some people think that hairless cats don't cause allergic reactions. Learn whether hairless cats cause allergies in this article.

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Gluten can cause skin disorders in people who are allergic. Find out more about how a gluten allergy can affect your skin from this article.

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Wheat and gluten allergies are not the same. Find out more about the differences between wheat and gluten allergies from this article.

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Dizziness is one symptom of a gluten allergy. Find out more about why some people with a gluten allergy suffer from dizziness in this article.

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Skin allergies occur when you touch a substance you're allergic to. Learn whether you can get a skin allergy from dogs in this article.

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When you think of pet allergies, you probably think of sensitivity to cats and dogs. Learn whether rabbits can cause allergies in this article.

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