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Food Allergy Prevention

- Summary
- About food allergy prevention
- Avoidance tips
- Prevention in children
- Questions for your doctor

Reviewed By:
Marc J. Sicklick, M.D., FAAAAI, FACAAI

Questions for your doctor

Preparing questions in advance can help patients to have more meaningful discussions with their physicians regarding their conditions. Patients may wish to ask their doctors the following questions about food allergy prevention:

  1. Is it safe for me to occasionally eat a small portion of the food I am allergic to?

  2. Is it safe for me to prepare foods that I am allergic to for my family?

  3. Can I still eat out at restaurants?

  4. What terms should I look for when reading an ingredient label?

  5. How will I know if I am having an allergic reaction to a food?

  6. What should I do if I suspect that I have ingested a problem food?

  7. How can I teach my child about food allergy prevention?

  8. What steps can I take to ensure my child’s safety when eating at school?

  9. Are there steps I can take to prevent my child from developing a food allergy?

  10. Should I wear a medical alert bracelet? If so, where can I purchase one?

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Review Date: 08-22-2007
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