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- Hives
Hives (urticaria) are a reaction to the release of histamine into the skin.
- Allergies explained
Allergy occurs when the body overreacts to a 'trigger' that is harmless to most people.
- Allergy testing
Allergy testing is used to find which substances provoke an allergic reaction.
- Asthma and food allergies
It is important to identify any foods or food chemicals that may trigger your asthma, but this must be done under strict medical supervision.
- Cow’s milk allergy
Milk allergy symptoms range from mild to a life-threatening severe allergic reaction. Avoid food containing milk only under strict medical supervision.
- Immune system explained
The immune system remembers every germ it has ever overcome.
- Nut allergies
Peanuts, tree nuts and seeds can all cause allergies with symptoms ranging from milder reactions to a severe allergic reaction (anaphylaxis).
- Shellfish and fish allergies
Symptoms of fish and shellfish allergies vary and range from milder reactions to a life-threatening severe allergic reaction (anaphylaxis).
- Egg allergy
Egg allergy is one of the most common causes of allergies in children with symptoms ranging from mild to life-threatening reactions.
- Food allergy and intolerance
Food allergy is an immune response, while food intolerance is a chemical reaction.