Question

Write the symptoms of food allergy. Name the common allergenic foods.

Answer 1

1. Food allergy is an immune system reaction that occurs soon after eating a certain food.
2. Even a tiny amount of the allergy-causing food can trigger signs and symptoms such as digestive problems, hives, or swollen airways.
3. Autoimmunity is a system of responses from the immune system against the body's healthy cells and tissues.

Symptoms of food:

1. Tingling or itching in the mouth.
2. Itchy red rash (hives) – in some cases, the skin can turn red and itchy, but without a raised rash.
3. Swelling of the face, mouth (angioedema), throat, or other areas of the body.
4. Difficulty swallowing.
5. Wheezing or shortness of breath.
6. Feeling dizzy and lightheaded.

The common allergic foods are:

Milk, Eggs, Peanuts, Soybean, Wheat, Tree Nuts, and Fish.