What Medical Diagnosis Catagory Do I Fall Into?

I have been sick for early 12 years. I have so many food intolerances including gluten, sugar alcohols, and even intolerances to facial creams, sunscreens, and just about every topical lotions that absorb into my skin. Recently I purchased a L’Oreal product that was gluten-free and fragrance free but I still broke out in hives and a burning rash. My primary care placed me on prednisone. What in the world is going on with my body? The 25+ doctors over the years have no idea. I’m beyond… read more

What Symptoms Can Food Allergies Create?

I am diagnosed with tree nuts, peanuts, sesame seeds, sunflower seeds, wheat, corn, soy and egg white allergies. None of them showed up on my skin testing but do with the blood testing IGE response. What kind of symptoms can these allergens be causing? I am diabetic, have PCOS and struggle with depression/anxiety/adhd.

Will an elimination diet help?

Baked Goods With Egg

My son (12 months) has a documented egg allergy. He has had hives a few times, always from eating or touching scrambled eggs. I did give him baked goods before we knew and he didn't get hives. His allergist said he "probably" can have eggs in baked goods as long as they're baked 350+ for at least 20 minutes.

My question is, how would I know if it was giving him a mild reaction? Just because he didn't get hives doesn't mean his tummy doesn't hurt, right?!

Who Else Is Having A Super Tough Time Avoiding Allergens Around The Holidays? Any Tips For Avoiding/replacing Dangerous Treats?

Parenting Advice For Peanut Allergy.

In November my daughter was diagnosed with a peanut allergy. She is my youngest of 4. She is only 11 months old, but my 3 boys are all in school already.

My question is how do you deal with your other kids that don't have food allergies? I'm asking because, Valentines parties are coming up at school. Should I be worried about what treats my boys are eating at school? Should I let their teachers know that their baby sister has a peanut allergy at home? Or will making them wash their hands when… read more

Looking For A Protein Shake For My Fiance?

Hello
I'm looking for my fiance. He is anaphylactic allergic to peanuts, tree nuts, dairy, pea protein and sensitivity to soy. Everytime we find something it has pea protein in it or soy.

Are there any protein shakes that can be recommended?

Thank you so much

Where Do You Find Good Recipes?

I've tried looking on Pinterest and google but it's hard to find anything that doesn't contain the allergy food. Am I overlooking something?

Is It Possible For A Child To Out Grow Anaphylaxis Allergies?

How To Convince Someone A Peanut Allergy Isn't A Life Sentence.

My older sister says she hates her peanut allergy. What I don't understand is because of people like our Mom the world is safer for people like her. There are so many options for people to live a normal life without having to worry about having a reaction. All it takes is making smart choices.

I refused to go to Las Vegas with just her because I knew I would be babysitting. She would insist on going to buffets where cross contamination is very likely instead of going to a regular… read more

I Have Severe Reactions Perfume, Deoderants, Detergents, Cleaning Materials, Damp Paper Etc

I just rang out of hours doctors and they say there is noyhing they can do. Part of my nose and lips are numb, my son came into my bedroom and my eyes are stinging like mad
My lips are swollen too. I'm on steroid nasal spray and inhaler for the first time and steroids are sending my anxiety through the roof. I was told to see my own doctor on Monday. I have positive tests for milk, eggs and fish but he won't take the chemical allergies seriously. I have gone through ingredients of things that… read more