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May
I Think My Toddler Is Having An Allergic Reaction. Lip swelling can be caused if the baby has bumped into something and hurt himselfherself on the lips. If your child seems to have year-round symptoms such as nasal congestion runny nose itchy or watery eyes and frequent sneezing indoors as opposed to just having them happen at certain times of the year these are signs that your child may have an allergy to dust mites mold or your pet. An allergic reaction occurs when the body has an adverse response to a usually harmless substance such as. Mild symptoms are usually treated with an antihistamine but if a child has even mild symptoms in more than one body system as an example they have hives and also nausea and vomiting 2 body systems it is a serious allergic reaction and medical help is needed.
If the symptoms are mild give an antihistamine by mouth such as diphenhydramine such as Benadryl. The most severe allergic reaction is anaphylaxis which occurs when the body releases an overdose of allergen-fighting chemicals. Cindy Gellner talks you through the signs of anaphylaxis and what to do if you think your child is in danger. What Kinds of Pet Dander Allergy Symptoms Will My Child Have. If a child is experiencing a first-time event with a food allergy get medical help. These are signs that she may be having a severe allergic reaction which can lead to anaphylactic shock.
If a child is experiencing a first-time event with a food allergy get medical help.
If your child has severe allergies to certain insects medications or food you should have a prescription for injectable epinephrine. Serious anaphylactic reactions to vaccines are rare. If you accidentally come in contact or eat the food youre allergic to OTC drugs can temper. Allergic reactions to food or medications usually happen soon after an item has been consumed. A reaction can range from mild to life-threatening. They can be either very mild or life-threatening.