by: cecilie braadt. overview my story what is a food allergy? the top food allergens development...
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By: Cecilie Braadt
Overview
My Story What is a Food Allergy? The Top Food Allergens Development of a Food Allergy Signs and Symptoms Reducing Risk Testing Conclusions
Objectives
After this presentation students will be able
to:
Explain food allergy basics
Identify the signs and symptoms of a food allergy reaction
State how to reduce the risk of a reaction
My Introduction to Food Allergies Carlos (age 15) and Clint (age 18)
What is a Food Allergy?
Food allergy5-7.5% of children1-2% of adults
Food intolerance8% of children 20% of adults?
The Top 8 Allergens
Milk Eggs Soy Peanuts Tree Nuts Wheat Fish Shellfish
Development of a Food Allergy When? Avoidance Reintroduction “Likely to resolve” “Persistent” Genetics
Signs and Symptoms
Severity Skin Gastrointestinal tract Respiratory tract Anaphylaxis
Reducing the Risk
Cure Diagnosis Avoidance Education Labels Therapies OIT
Testing
Food challenge Blood test Skin tests
Skin prick testPatch test
The Skin Prick Test
Skin Patch Test
Conclusions
Food allergy basics Signs and symptoms Reducing risk Follow up
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