Most allergic reactions aren't serious. But severe reactions can be life-threatening
and need medical care right away. Learn what to watch for — and what to do.
5 Ways to Prepare for an Allergy Emergency
Quick action will help your child during a serious allergic reaction. Here's a checklist for any parent of a child with a serious allergy.
If your child has a severe allergy or has had a severe reaction, your doctor prescribed injectable epinephrine. Be sure to keep it on hand at all times.
Pollen-food allergy syndrome (also called oral allergy syndrome) causes a type of allergic reaction. It usually only affects the lips, mouth, and throat, and happens when someone with a pollen allergy eats some foods — fruits, vegetables, and nuts. For a few kids, it can be serious.