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… be expected to be completely free of the foods that cause allergic reactions, they should make efforts to create and maintain a … in a food as harmful. Allergic reactions can be mild or severe. Food allergy needs to be taken seriously. It …
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… be expected to be completely free of the foods that cause allergic reactions, facilities should make efforts to create and … food as harmful. Allergic reactions to foods can be mild or severe. Food allergy needs to be taken seriously. It …
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… less sensitive to insect stings and reduce the risk of a severe allergic reaction ( anaphylaxis ). Do not get allergy shots. Instead, …
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… minor swelling, redness, pain, and itching. These mild reactions are common. They may last from a few hours to a … such as fleas, flies, and mosquitoes. Some people have more severe reactions to bites or stings. Babies and children may … of problems that are more serious include: A severe allergic reaction ( anaphylaxis ). These reactions aren't …
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… trying to harm you. Your body fights back by setting off an allergic reaction. In most cases, the symptoms are mild—a rash or an … raised, red, itchy patches of skin (called hives). The most severe reaction is called anaphylaxis (say …
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… of illness are all that's needed. Some people may have an allergic reaction to a tick bite. This reaction may be mild, with a few annoying symptoms. In rare cases, a severe allergic reaction ( anaphylaxis ) may occur. Many of …
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… Cellulitis is a skin infection that can cause mild or severe swelling. Burns. They can cause swelling at the site … a small amount of redness or swelling. Some people have an allergic reaction to a bite or sting. They have a lot of swelling, …
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… health problems or damage to your tattoo. Minor skin reactions ( contact dermatitis ) or serious allergic reactions to the tattooing method or ink. Scarring. … asks the right questions for you. Could you be having a severe allergic reaction ? This is more likely if you have …
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… pain, and itching around the sting. But you may have an allergic reaction if your immune system reacts strongly to allergens in the sting. You probably won't have a severe allergic reaction the first time you are stung. But …
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… asks the right questions for you. Could you be having a severe allergic reaction ? This is more likely if you have had a bad …
