Food allergy treatment

The only certain way to prevent a reaction is avoidance. However, with proper management, awareness, and education, most reactions to food allergens can be avoided.

Individuals with a food allergy should diligently read all food labels and ask questions about foods prepared away from the home (such as in school or a restaurant). In a day care or school setting, parents of a child with food allergy should educate teachers and school staff to be prepared to recognise and treat severe allergic reactions immediately.

Food allergy sufferers should always carry self-injectable epinephrine in the event that a reaction does occur. Immediate injection of epinephrine can temporarily arrest symptoms until full medical treatment is available. In the event of a reaction, the sufferer should seek medical attention immediately. Sufferers should also consider wearing an identity bracelet to alert others to their specific food allergy.