Food Allergy (cont.)
Medical Author:
Jatinder Singh, MD
Coauthor:
Mark Clark, MD
Medical Editor:
Melissa Conrad Stöppler, MD, Chief Medical Editor
Melissa Conrad Stöppler, MD, Chief Medical EditorMelissa Conrad Stöppler, MD, is a U.S. board-certified Anatomic Pathologist with subspecialty training in the fields of Experimental and Molecular Pathology. Dr. Stöppler's educational background includes a BA with Highest Distinction from the University of Virginia and an MD from the University of North Carolina. She completed residency training in Anatomic Pathology at Georgetown University followed by subspecialty fellowship training in molecular diagnostics and experimental pathology. IN THIS ARTICLE
Food Allergy TreatmentAfter getting advice from the health care professional, some mild allergic reactions may be treated at home. Any worsening of symptoms requires medical attention. Next Page: Must Read Articles Related to Food Allergy
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Adverse food reactions can be broadly classified into 2 categories.
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