A recent study looked at the correlation of food allergy and birth conditions. Namely the association between C-sections, preterm birth, low birth weight, small for gestational age, large for gestational age and low Apgar scores and future food allergy. The prevalence of food allergy is increasing and there is an interest in environmental components, very […]
Systemic Complaints in Chronic Urticaria (hives)
Most people who have chronic urticaria (hives) complain of severe itching. Chronic urticaria or chronic hives is associated with welts with or without swelling that generally resolve within 24 hours. It is considered chronic if it lasts 6 weeks or longer. Another term used is chronic spontaneous urticaria or chronic idiopathic urticaria. An estimated 80-90% […]
New Peanut Guidelines
New peanut guidelines have been officially introduced by the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases in response to the earlier studies we have discussed from the LEAP trials. Peanut Allergy Prevention Peanut allergy is a growing public health problem. In the United States, peanut allergy prevalence is approximately 2% among children. Peanut allergy is […]