Friday, January 25, 2008

Six Steps To Recognizing A Food Allergy Symptom

By [http://ezinearticles.com/?expert=Allen_Matthews] Allen Matthews Before we take the six steps in recognizing a food allergy symptom, I should first point out that what you may believe to be a food allergy, may in fact simply be an intolerance to a food item. It is often easy to confuse an intolerance to food with an allergy, so many people wrongly diagnose themselves with a food allergy, when their reaction is quite mild to a particular food stuff. A perfect example of an intolerance to food is maybe having an upset stomach (diarrhea, gas, feeling sick) after digesting a meal or drink (such as milk). Typically, intolerance results in mild reactions, and require little other than a stomach settling medicine to resolve. However a food allergy can cause a much more severe response within the body. However, if your body has had a stronger reaction, usually within an hour or so of eating a food item, you maybe seeing the symptoms of a food allergy. So here are six major reactions to look for and identify if you are worried that you, or a family member, may have a food allergy: Reaction 1 - Rashes or swelling form on the skin, especially around the mouth area. Reaction 2 - Tightening of the throat, thus causing wheezing and shortness of breath Reaction 3 - Sever vomiting or diarrhea Reaction 4 - Very runny nose Reaction 5 - Dizziness Reaction 6 - In very rare cases, anaphylactic shock. This is where the entire body goes into shock (similar to an epileptic fit). Remember, if your reaction to a food item hasn’t resulted in any of the above reactions, you may simply have had an intolerance to food. But if you do suspect that you have a food allergy, you should always contact your doctor or GP and they will help diagnose whether or not you do. About The Author Allen Matthews is the main editor for [http://www.peanutallergyfacts.com] www.PeanutAllergyFacts.com, and is one of many peanut allergic people in the world today. If you would like more information about this food allergy, visit [http://www.peanutallergyfacts.com] www.PeanutAllergyFacts.com for free articles and all of the latest news about Peanut Allergies. Article Source: [http://ezinearticles.com/?expert=Allen_Matthews ] http://EzineArticles.com/?expert=Allen_Matthews [http://ezinearticles.com/?Six-Steps-To-Recognizing-A-Food-Allergy-Symptom&id=281464 ] http://EzineArticles.com/?Six-Steps-To-Recognizing-A-Food-Allergy-Symptom&id=281464 zenegra reputable pharmacy on line for sildenafil 5 reputable pharmacy on line for sildenafil buying viagra without a prescription mail order off line sildenafil citrate
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