Food alergy

KEY WORDS
Tingling-peckanje;
hives-koprivnjaca;
swelling-otok;
wheezing-sistanje;
nausea-mucnina;
dizziness-vrtoglavica;
anaphylaxis-anafilaksa,alergija;
avoidance-izbegavati;
allergic reaction-alergijska reakcija;
eczema-ekcem;
vomiting-povracanje

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APSTRACT

Food allergy is abnormal rection to food(peanuts,fish,shellfish,eggs,milk).The most common food allergy symptoms include:tingling mouth;hives;swelling of the lips,face;wheezing,nasal congestion;abdominal pain,diarrhea,nausea;dizziness.Diagnosis of food allergy is:Detailed history,diet diary,elimination diet,skin test,blood test,oral food challenge.The mainstay of treatment for food allergy is avoidance of the foods that have been identified as allergens. For people who are extremely sensitive, this may involve the total avoidance of any exposure with the allergen, including touching or inhaling the problematic food as well as touching any surfaces that may have come into contact with it.If the food is accidentally ingested and a systemic reaction (anaphylaxis) occurs, then epinephrine should be used. It is possible that a second dose of epinephrine may be required for severe reactions.There are treatments for an allergic reaction. Among the first time the reaction occurs, it is most beneficial to take the person to the emergency room, where proper action may be taken. Other treatments include: epinephrine, antihistamines, and steroids.