Food allergy is an immune system disorder that shows reaction after eating certain foods. Allergic food may differ from person to person; even tiny amount of allergic foods can trigger the problem. Food allergy is observed both in kids and adults, there may not be particular reason to develop allergy for food. Some children outgrow from food allergy as they grow up. Food allergy can be mild and uncomfortable with some people but can be severe and life threatening in some cases.
Some of the symptoms of Food Allergies:
- Itching or tingling feeling in mouth
- Swelling of lips, tongue, face or other parts of body
- Abdominal pain, diarrhea, nausea or vomiting
- Wheezing nasal congestion
- Dizziness and light headedness
- Difficulty in breathing
When should you consult a doctor?
Consult an Allergy specialist when you notice such allergic symptoms that are troublesome and irritable.
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